At Your Library - September - December 2014

PROGRAMS, EVENTS AND SERVICES • SEPTEMBER – DECEMBER 2014

AUTHOR READINGS MASTER ARTISTS IN THE LIBRARY NEW TECHNOLOGY CONTESTS AND MORE!

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WELCOME to the Fraser Valley Regional Library

fall program guide. This guide provides a comprehensive look at the programs and services offered by FVRL and features season highlights.

Visit us in-person or online this fall to take advantage of the many reading, learning, and playing opportunities available at the library – all free!

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he days are getting shorter, and the nights cooler as we approach autumn time. The harvest months are a special time to honor and celebrate the bounty of our agricultural heritage in the Fraser Valley.

Throughout September to December you’ll find a plethora of library programs and local events meant to help us connect with other community members, the land, and the seasons.

Your FVRL card opens the doors to an abundance of free resources to help you learn more about the importance of healthy communities, land, and sustainable agriculture including:

 Over 1.3 million items.  Programs for all ages.  Information services.  Digital content.  World languages collection; and more!

Come harvest knowledge, good reads, and community connections at the library this fall!

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#TeenFavBookFVRL Selfie Contest

Step 1: Follow FVRL on Instagram at @readlearnplay Step 2: Take a selfie (be as creative as you like) with your favourite book and mention FVRL in your Instagram post @readlearnplay. Make sure to include the hashtag #TeenFavBookFVRL Sample Instagrams: “One of my all-time favourite books, I’ve read it 10 times!” @readlearnplay #TeenFavBookFVRL “I love this book so much! If you are into the Hunger Games you gotta read this.” @readlearnplay #TeenFavBookFVRL Step 3: Want better chances of winning a $25 Chapters/Indigo gift card? Tag up to 3 of your friends in your Instagram post and each tag will count as an extra entry!

Step 4: If you followed steps 1 to 3 correctly you will be entered in the monthly random draw for a $25 Chapters/Indigo gift card. You may enter the contest once per day, chances of winning depends on the number of entries received each month. Visit @readlearnplay on Instagram at the end of each month, (September - December 2014) to see who has been identified as the winner. Good luck!

The Fine Print:

#TeenFavBookFVRL selfie contest is open to teens in grades 7 - 12. Winners will claim their gift card at one of our 25 locations. The prize will not be shipped or mailed. NOTE: FVRL employees and their immediate family members are not eligible to enter the contest. Entries submitted become the property of Fraser Valley Regional Library (FVRL) and may be published online (social media, website) and offline (print marketing materials).

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BOOKS

TO MOVIES This Is Where I Leave You In theatres September 19, 2014

Based on: This Is Where I Leave You by Jonathan Tropper (2009) When their father passes away, four grown siblings are forced to return to their childhood home and live under the same roof together for a week, along with their over–sharing mother and an assortment of spouses, exes and might–have–beens.

The Maze Runner

In theatres September 19, 2014 Based on: The Maze Runner by James Dashner (2009) When Thomas wakes up in the lift, the only thing he can remember is his name. He’s surrounded by strangers — boys whose memories are also gone. Outside the towering stone walls that surround the Glade is a limitless, ever-changing maze. It’s the only way out — and no one has ever made it through alive.

Gone Girl

In theatres October 3, 2014 Based on: Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn (2012) When a beautiful woman goes missing on her fifth wedding anniversary, her diary reveals hidden turmoil in her marriage and a mysterious illness; while her husband, desperate to clear himself of suspicion, realizes that something more disturbing than murder may have occurred.

Wild

In theatres December 5, 2014 Based on: Wild: From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail

by Cheryl Strayed (2012) A powerful, blazingly honest memoir: the story of an elevenhundred-mile solo hike that broke down a young woman reeling from catastrophe — and built her back up again.

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CANOE CROSSINGS

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oin author Sanford Osler for a fascinating look at the ancient and seemingly simple watercraft that helped shape British Columbia. Sanford

has been involved with canoes from childhood and has paddled in virtually all the types of craft covered in his new book Canoe Crossings. He’ll share beautiful images and other highlights from his book, including stories about colourful local canoeing characters. Canoe Crossings will appeal to anyone who has ever sought adventure, found solace, or seen beauty in a canoe.

AUTHOR VISITS • Yarrow Library Saturday, Oct 18 2 pm – 3 pm

• Sardis Library Tuesday, Oct 28 7 pm – 8 pm

• Chilliwack Library Tuesday, Oct 21 7 pm – 8 pm

• Clearbrook Library Wednesday, Oct 29 7 pm – 8 pm

• Hope Library Wednesday, Oct 22 7 pm – 8 pm

• Fort Langley Library Wednesday, Nov 19 7 pm – 8 pm

• City of Langley Library Saturday, Oct 25 2 pm – 3 pm

• Maple Ridge Public Library Saturday, Nov 22 2 pm – 3 pm

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EBOOKS | BLU-RAY Take the latest bestselling books with you when you are on the go with your portable device.

You can download a diverse selection of eBooks and audiobooks 24/7 from the FVRL website, all free. Best of all, there are no late fees — the book automatically checks itself back in when your loan period is up!

EBOOKS AT THE LIBRARY

Access four great collections, including FVRL 3M Cloud Library, OverDrive, OneClickdigital and Library2Go via the Digital Content tab on www.fvrl.ca.

DID YOU KNOW WE HAVE BLU-RAY AT FVRL? New release Blu-rays are added weekly to the collection.

Why pay to watch the latest hit movie when you can borrow them for FREE at the library?!

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Celebrate Diwali, one of the most exciting and vibrant events on the Indian calendar.

Celebrate happiness and good fortune at the Festival of Lights. Enjoy crafts, entertainment, refreshments and more with family and friends.

festival of lights Muriel Arnason Library

Saturday, Oct 18, 1 pm – 3 pm See page 43 for more details.

Mission Library

Tuesday, Oct 21, 6 pm – 9 pm This program takes place at Heritage Park Secondary and Clarke Theatre.

See page 56 for more details.

Maple Ridge Public Library Saturday, Nov 8, 1 pm – 3 pm See page 52 for more details.

EVERY PARENT WANTS THEIR CHILD TO READ. Reading with your child is fun, and a great way to spend time together. Sharing books with your child helps open their eyes, minds and hearts to different people and situations, and stretches their horizons. Reading together increases children’s literacy skills, but research also proves that children who enjoy reading do better at school in all subjects. Best of all, it helps to build a strong and loving relationship with your child.

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CPP/OAS SPECIALIST Join a Citizens Services Specialist from Service Canada to discover the many benefits available under each program. You will hear about Survivor/Death Benefits, Canada Pension Disability Benefits, Guaranteed Income Supplement Allowance, and Allowance for the Survivor.

You will also learn about eligibility, when to apply, how to access, required documentation, and who to contact for help. Registration appreciated.

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Clearbrook Library Wednesday, Oct 1 2 pm – 3:30 pm

Brookswood Library Thursday, Oct 9 2 pm – 3:30 pm

Maple Ridge Public Library Wednesday, Oct 22 2 pm – 3:30 pm

Mission Library Thursday, Oct 2 2 pm – 3:30 pm

White Rock Library Tuesday, Oct 14 2 pm – 3:30 pm

Yale Library Wednesday, Oct 22 2 pm – 3:30 pm

Boston Bar Library Tuesday, Oct 7 2 pm – 3:30 pm

Ladner Pioneer Library Wednesday, Oct 15 2 pm – 3:30 pm

Yarrow Library Thursday, Oct 23 2 pm – 3:30 pm

George Mackie Library Tuesday, Oct 7 2 pm – 3:30 pm

Fort Langley Library Wednesday, Oct 15 2 pm – 3:30 pm

Tsawwassen Library Thursday, Oct 23 2 pm – 3:30 pm

Pitt Meadows Library Wednesday, Oct 8 2 pm – 3:30 pm

Terry Fox Library Wednesday, Oct 15 5:30 pm – 7 pm

Abbotsford Comm. Library Tuesday, Oct 28 2 pm – 3:30 pm

Sardis Library Wednesday, Oct 8 2 pm – 3:30 pm

Chilliwack Library Thursday, Oct 16 2 pm – 3:30 pm

City of Langley Library Wednesday, Oct 29 2 pm – 3:30 pm

Agassiz Library Wednesday, Oct 8 5 pm – 6:30 pm

Walnut Grove Library Tuesday, Oct 21 2 pm – 3:30 pm

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PROGRAM LISTINGS LIBRARY Abbotsford Community Library Agassiz Library Aldergrove Library Boston Bar Library Brookswood Library Chilliwack Library City of Langley Library Clearbrook Library Fort Langley Library George Mackie Library Hope Library Ladner Pioneer Library Maple Ridge Public Library Mission Library Mount Lehman Library Muriel Arnason Library Murrayville Library Pitt Meadows Public Library Sardis Library Terry Fox Library Tsawwassen Library Walnut Grove Library White Rock Library Yale Library Yarrow Library

REGION Abbotsford Agassiz The Langleys Boston Bar The Langleys Chilliwack The Langleys Abbotsford The Langleys Delta Hope Delta Maple Ridge Mission Abbotsford The Langleys The Langleys Pitt Meadows Chilliwack Port Coquitlam Delta The Langleys White Rock Yale Chilliwack

PAGES 10 – 14 15 – 18 41 – 50 19 41 – 50 20 – 29 41 – 50 10 – 14 41 – 50 30 – 37 38 – 40 30 – 37 51 – 55 56 – 60 10 – 14 41 – 50 41 – 50 61 – 63 20 – 29 64 –68 30 – 37 41 – 50 69 – 72 73 20 – 29

HOW TO REGISTER

FVRL programs are offered free of charge.

Please refer to program listings. Unless otherwise noted, programs are offered on a drop-in basis. For other programs, registration is appreciated. To reserve your place for a registered program, please contact the library where the program is taking place. Visit the library in person or contact us by phone.

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ABBOTSFORD ABBOTSFORD COMMUNITY LIBRARY

EVERYONE Homeschooler’s Tea

Canoe Crossings

33355 Bevan Avenue Abbotsford, bc v2s 0e7 Phone 604-853-1753

• Clearbrook Library Thursday, Sep 18 2 pm – 3 pm

• Clearbrook Library Wednesday, Oct 29 7 pm – 8 pm

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

10 – 9 10 – 9 10 – 9 10 – 9 10 – 5 10 – 5 1 – 5

Homeschooled children, teens and their parents are invited to a tea party! Staff will describe the services and resources the library offers. Register by September 15.

Registration required.

CLEARBROOK LIBRARY

• Abbotsford Community Library Saturday, Sep 27 2 pm – 3 pm

32320 George Ferguson Way Abbotsford, bc v2t 6n4 Phone 604-859-7814

Abbotsford’s Moonliters is a musical tour de force, with musicians from throughout the Fraser Valley and even Sumas, Washington!

Get your ‘swing’ on and enjoy renditions from Big Bands such as the Dorsey Brothers, Glenn Miller and Benny Goodman, as well as more recent popular tunes and music with a Latin beat.

Join author Sanford Osler for a fascinating look at the ancient and seemingly simple watercraft that helped shape British Columbia.

Sanford has been involved with canoes from childhood and has paddled in virtually all the types of craft covered in his new book, Canoe Crossings.

He’ll share beautiful images and other highlights from his book, including stories about colourful local canoeing characters. Canoe Crossings will appeal to anyone who has ever sought adventure, found solace, or seen beauty in a canoe. Registration appreciated.

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

10 – 9 10 – 9 10 – 9 10 – 9 10 – 5 10 – 5 10 – 5

The Moonliters Big Band Culture With A Blast!

5875 Mt. Lehman Road Abbotsford, bc v4x 1v5 Phone 604-856-4988

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1:30 – 5:30 1:30 – 5:30 1:30 – 5:30 1:30 – 5:30

• Clearbrook Library Saturday, Nov 8 10 am – 4 pm Sunday, Nov 9 10 am – 3 pm Choose from a wide selection of books, magazines, DVDs and more for prices that can’t be beat. Something for readers of all ages and stages! Sponsored by the Friends of the Abbotsford Libraries.

MOUNT LEHMAN LIBRARY

Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

Book Sale

Celebrate Culture Days at the Abbotsford Libraries!

In recognition of the importance of arts and culture in communities, the Abbotsford Libraries invite you to these special programs: The Moonliters (pg. 10), Create a Floral Masterpiece (pg. 12), Culture Days Paint-In (pg. 14). Find out more about Culture Days Programs in Abbotsford and every corner of Canada at www.culturedays.ca.

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ADULTS

Christmas at Clearbrook!

Poetry Night with the Fraser Valley Poets Society

• Clearbrook Library Thursday, Dec 11 6:30 pm – 8 pm ‘Tis the season to celebrate.

The entire family is invited for music, refreshments and holiday cheer. At 7 p.m. kids can tuck into a magical Christmas Pyjama Storytime - wear your PJs if you’d like! See you there!

Are You Crafty?

Knit One, Knit All! • Mount Lehman Library Thursdays, 2 pm – 4 pm Enjoy the society of fellow knitters at this weekly gathering.

Kept in Stitches • Abbotsford Community Library Saturdays, 1 pm – 3 pm Whether you crochet, knit, or are handy with any other kind of needlework, head to the library with your project. Join our warm and welcoming drop-in craft group for a relaxing afternoon of socializing and stitching!

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• Clearbrook Library Monday, Sep 8 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm Celebrate International Literacy Day by joining the Fraser Valley Poets Society. Whether you’re a seasoned poet or one who is new to the genre, enjoy an evening of poetry readings during the open mic session, and be inspired by insights into this unique literary form as you chat with fellow lovers of what Somerset Maugham called “the crown of literature”.

Abbotsford W.I.N.O.S. (Women In Need Of Sanity) Book Club • Abbotsford Community Library Tuesdays, Sep 16, Oct 21, Nov 18 7 pm – 8:30 pm Take the night off. Join this fun club for socializing and discussing books with other women who love to read. For more information visit Facebook and search for Abbotsford W.I.N.O.S. (Women In Need of Sanity) Book Club.

World Film Night • Clearbrook Library Wednesdays, Sep 17, Oct 15, Nov 19 6:30 pm – 8 pm Calling all film buffs - the library is pleased to offer screenings of films from around the world throughout the Fall. Call the library to find out what movie you’ll be enjoying!

Downloading eBooks • Clearbrook Library Wednesday, Sep 24 2 pm – 3 pm • Abbotsford Community Library Wednesday, Nov 5 6:30 pm – 8 pm With the variety of eBooks available through FVRL, it’s easier than ever to read the books you love on your vacation or just about anywhere! Join us and get the lowdown on how to enjoy reading on your computer or portable device. This is a group information session. Registration appreciated.

TECH HELP Need help setting up an email account, formatting a Word document or downloading an eBook or audiobook? Library staff have got your back! Come talk to us.

• Clearbrook Library Tuesdays, 2 pm – 3 pm Drop in or make an appointment

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ABBOTSFORD ADULTS Create a Floral Masterpiece • Mount Lehman Library Friday, Sep 26 3 pm – 4 pm Love cut flowers but not sure how to arrange them? Received a bouquet from the grocery store and wondered how to create a beautiful display? Celebrate Culture Days and learn about the art of flower arranging. Presented

by Yvonne Holden, President of the Mt. Lehman Garden Club.

Registration appreciated.

Canada Pension Plan and Old Age Security • Clearbrook Library Wednesday, Oct 1 2 pm – 3:30 pm • Abbotsford Community Library Tuesday, Oct 28 2 pm – 3:30 pm Join a Citizens Services Specialist from Service Canada to discover the many benefits available under each program. You will hear about Survivor/Death Benefits, Canada Pension Disability Benefits, Guaranteed Income Supplement Allowance, and Allowance for the Survivor. You will also learn about eligibility, when to apply, how to access, required documentation, and who to contact for help.

Registration appreciated.

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Friends of the Abbotsford Libraries Shred-A-Thon

The Wild McLean Gang The Stuff of Legends

• Clearbrook Library Saturday, Oct 4 10 am – 2 pm

• Clearbrook Library Saturday, Oct 18 2 pm – 3 pm

Bring your confidential documents to the Clearbrook Library east parking lot (off Trethewey St.) for secure, on-site shredding for a $5 minimum donation per box or bag. Staple removal is not necessary. Money raised supports your Abbotsford Libraries. Call 604-859-7814 ext 1232 for more information.

In 1881, the three McLean brothers gained the dubious distinction of being the first set of brothers to be executed together in Canada.

Delve into the legendary story that led to this dramatic finale with historian John Mitchell. You will be transported to BC’s Cariboo country in the late 1800’s, when the notorious McLean gang spread fear throughout the valley with their violent lawless ways, ultimately becoming the subjects of one of the biggest manhunts in BC’s history. The Wild West awaits - join us! Registration appreciated.

Poetry Night with the Fraser Valley Poets Society • Clearbrook Library Monday, Oct 6 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm Join the Society members for their regular poetry night and share your work at the open mic session.

Everyone’s invited!

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Explore Self Employment • Clearbrook Library Tuesday, Oct 21 7 pm – 8:30 pm In celebration of Small Business Week, the library invites you to discover if running your own business might be in your future.

Suzanne Blakley-Oaks, Business Adviser with Community Futures, helps you understand the meaning of self employment and describes the steps to starting your own business. Learn how to research markets and make good business decisions. As a follow-up to the workshop you can arrange two free one-hour sessions with Suzanne as a business coach at a later date at the Community Futures office. Register by October 19. Registration required.

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ABBOTSFORD ADULTS Understanding Stroke • Clearbrook Library Tuesday, Nov 25 6 pm – 8 pm Join us for an interactive group workshop for stroke survivors and their caregivers. Learn about the mechanism of stroke, recovery from stroke, and strategies for functioning independently post stroke, as well as information about stroke prevention strategies. There will be an opportunity to have questions answered by physiatrist Dr. Bohorquez and the Community REDi Rehabilitation Team. Call Fraser Health at 604-854-2117 and ask for Barb or Christie to register. Registration required.

Stroke Survivors and Community Support • Clearbrook Library Thursday, Dec 4 1 pm – 3 pm Join us for a group workshop for stroke survivors and their caregivers. The focus of this session is on exploring community programs and supports in the Abbotsford region. Presented

by Occupational Therapist Adam Fletcher, Social Worker Jill Hooiveld, and a variety of guest speakers from the community. Call Fraser Health at 604-854-2117 and ask for Barb or Christie to register.

Registration required.

All programs are drop-in and free of charge unless otherwise noted.

Call or visit your library to sign up for registered programs.

TEENS Clearbrook Library Teen Advisory Group (TAG) Teens! Earn volunteer hours and bring your own brand of fun and creativity to the Abbotsford Libraries. Meet at Clearbrook Library to hang out, plan teen-oriented activities and more - and just in case you’re wondering, yes, there’s good food too. Add your membership to resumes and college applications and feel great about contributing to your community’s libraries by helping out at library programs and making the libraries an even better destination for teens. All teenagers are invited – just attend a meeting or visit one of the Abbotsford libraries to pick up an application. Phone the Clearbrook Library to find out when the next meeting takes place.

Big Buddy Volunteers Needed!

Spend an hour a week reading with your Little Buddy — don’t keep a Little Buddy waiting. If you’re 15 years or older, stop by or call one of the Abbotsford Libraries to find out more.

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ABBOTSFORD KIDS Storytime

Mother Goose on the Loose

• Abbotsford Community Library Wednesdays, Sep 3 – Dec 17 10:30 am – 11 am

• Clearbrook Library Wednesdays, Sep 24 – Oct 29 11:30 am – 12 pm

• Clearbrook Library Thursdays, Sep 4 – Dec 18 10:30 am – 11 am

• Abbotsford Community Library Thursdays, Nov 6 – Dec 11 11:30 am – 12 pm

Introduce kids to the love of books and language with Storytime!

Children and caregivers will enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and more. Storytime prepares children to learn to read.

Welcome to a fun-filled interactive get-together full of rhymes, songs, puppets, musical instruments, and more to stimulate the learning process of babies and toddlers.

For kids ages 0 to 3 years and their caregivers.

Pyjama Storytime • Clearbrook Library Thursdays, Sep 4 – Dec 18 7 pm – 7:30 pm Tuck into a story! Children and caregivers will be entertained with stories, songs, rhymes, and more.

Kids are encouraged to wear their pyjamas and bring their favourite stuffie. Storytime prepares children to learn to read.

Kids’ Days Off Movies • Clearbrook Library Monday, Sep 22 Fridays, Oct 24, Nov 28 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm You have the day off so go to a movie! Check with the library for the upcoming title. All ages welcome, younger children must be accompanied by an adult.

Culture Days Paint In • Clearbrook Library Saturday, Sep 27 11 am – 3 pm See workshop times below A splash of red and a bit of blue - mix with a drop of water and you’re ready to paint a purple dragon, a Manga character, or a pretty flower! Volunteers from the Fraser Valley Watercolour Society will teach kids ages 6 to 12 the basics of watercolour painting, with all materials supplied. Class size is limited to 20 children per session. Please choose one workshop time: 11 am – 12:30 pm or 1:30 – 3 pm. Register by September 22. Registration required.

Halloween Surprise • Clearbrook Library Saturday, Oct 25 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm Wear your costume to the library and treat yourself to spooky stories, cryptic crafts, ghostly games and more! For kids ages 5-10.

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Reading Buddies Clearbrook Library Hey Little Buddy! If you are in Grades 2- to 4 and are having trouble with reading, the library has a Big Buddy to help you. Spend an hour a week reading with your Big Buddy and before long you’ll be a reading star! Applications can be picked up at any of the three Abbotsford Libraries.

Program starts in September.

Big Buddy Volunteers Are Needed Don’t keep a Little Buddy waiting. If you’re 15 years or older, applications can be picked up at any of the three Abbotsford Libraries starting in September.

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AGASSIZ AGASSIZ LIBRARY

EVERYONE

Serving the residents of the District of Kent and the Village of Harrison Hot Springs.

Conversation Circles

7140 Cheam Ave Agassiz, bc v0m 1a0 Phone 604-796-9510 Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

10 – 8 10 – 8 10 – 8 10 – 5 10 – 5

Celebrating International Literacy

• Agassiz Library Tuesdays, Sep 2 – Dec 20 Agassiz Library and the CALL Program (Community Access to Literacy & Learning) work together to bring the community programs such as ESL tutoring, Conversation Circle, Grammar Class, and Citizenship Class to help those who want to improve their English or their personal literacy level. Call the library, or Deb at the Agassiz: CALL Program at 604-796-2585 for information on specific dates and times.

Ongoing Book Sale Agassiz Library is pleased to offer you another way to get your read on! We have a table of used books, magazines, movies and music for you to purchase at extremely good prices. We receive donations or need to re-home library books that have had their day in the collection and our book sale is another way to keep the sharing going. Buy one or buy a bag, there is bound to be something you want on this ever changing sale table.

Spirit of Christmas Week • Agassiz Library Tuesday, Dec 16 – Saturday, Dec 20

• Agassiz Library Monday, Sep 8 – Tuesday, Sep 30 “Literacy is a bridge from misery to hope.” - Kofi Annan (Seventh Secretary-General of the United Nations and co-winner of the 2001 Nobel Peace Prize) September 8 is International Literacy Day, and during the month of September you have the chance to understand literacy on a world scale. As public libraries are one of the ways literacy grows, this year we will honour the libraries of the world.

Enter a draw and take time to commit a random act of literacy!

Tame Your Technology • Agassiz Library By appointment We are surrounded by things that go click! Call or visit the library to make an appointment to learn your device or equipment. If you have a computer, eReader, tablet or smartphone, you can access your libraries collection of digital books for reading or listening.

If you are fighting with your computer, phone or tablet, let us help you make peace and make it more useful for you. We have the experts on hand to help.

Make time for a library stop this week. Have a cup of our special hot, spicy glog, a piece of the best fruitcake ever, enjoy some music and browse for some good reads. It may not be world peace, but it will be a moment of peace on a busy December day.

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AGASSIZ ADULTS Agassiz Genealogy Club • Agassiz Library First Thursday of the month 10:30 am – 12 pm Interested in family history? Join this active, informed group to learn, get advice and share your tips n’ tricks about exploring your family history. There will be guest speakers and presentations from time to time to help with the climb up your family tree!

Hooked on Books - Agassiz Library Book Club • Agassiz Library Third Thursday of the month 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm Way better than talking about the weather, join us for this drop-in book club at your library and talk about the great and maybe unexpectedly, the not-so-great things we are reading! This casual and fun book club will get you hooked from your first meeting.

Come when you can, bring a friend.

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Agassiz Library Society: Friends of the Library • Agassiz Library Thursdays, Sep 25 , Oct 30, Nov 27, Dec 18 6:30 pm – 8 pm Agassiz Library Society: Friends of the Library is a great place to put your volunteer time if you are a lover of books, libraries and friends! This group gathers to raise awareness and funds for our local Agassiz Library. If you know Quiz Night, The Boot Sale and visits from the Planetarium and the Aquarium, then you know the wonderful work the Agassiz Library Society Friends of the Library do. New members are always welcome.

Canada Pension Plan and Old Age Security • Agassiz Library Wednesday, Oct 8 5 pm – 6:30 pm Join a Citizens Services Specialist from Service Canada to discover the many benefits available under each program. You will hear about Survivor/Death Benefits, Canada Pension Disability Benefits, Guaranteed Income Supplement Allowance, and Allowance for the Survivor.

You will also learn about eligibility, when to apply, how to access, required documentation, and who to contact for help.

Registration appreciated.

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The Wild McLean Gang: BCs Historic Bad Boys • Agassiz-Harrison Museum Saturday, Nov 15 1 pm – 2:30 pm Popular BC historian, John Mitchell returns with another story from BC’s past. In the mid 1800’s somewhere near Kamloops, the McLean brothers were born. By the ages of 15 to 24, along with their buddy, Alex Hare, these young men who had started out life as active and mischievous lads, had become one of BC’s most violent gang of thieving outlaws.

Learn about the beginnings and the ends of Allan, Charlie and Archie McLean and their friend Alex in this fascinating show. The presentation is in partnership with the Agassiz-Harrison Historical Society.

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AGASSIZ ADULTS Under the Midnight Sun: Travel Iceland’s Ring Road • Agassiz Library Thursday, Oct 23 7 pm – 8 pm It’s Iceland in June and the sun never sets. It has been said that the scenery here is more stunning than many other places on earth. Journey with traveler/ photographer Johnny Beach through Iceland, and immerse yourself in a visually captivating adventure.

Ecuador and More: A Side Trip to the Galapagos • Agassiz Library Thursday, Nov 6 7 pm – 8 pm This Fall you may not have got around to taking that trip we would all love to take to the southern hemisphere. We know someone who did though, so join us at Agassiz Library as we journey through Ecuador, and the Galapagos Islands with Elinor and Malcolm. The unique beauty and history of this part of the world will enchant you. Bring a friend, we’ll supply the traveling chairs!

All programs are drop-in and free of charge unless otherwise noted.

Call or visit your library to sign up for registered programs.

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AGASSIZ KIDS Storytime • Agassiz Library Fridays, Sep 19 – Dec 19 10:15 am – 11:15 am Introduce kids to the love of books and language with Storytime!

Children and caregivers will enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and more. Storytime prepares children to learn to read.

Breakfast with Santy • Harrison Memorial Hall Saturday, Dec 13 9 am – 11 am Enjoy a morning of pancakes, friends and fun plus a visit with Mr. and Mrs. Claus on special assignment to Harrison Hot Springs Memorial Hall. For more information contact the library beginning December 1. Registration required.

Pictures with Santa Crackle • Agassiz Library Saturday, Dec 20 11 am – 3 pm Come and sit under the Agassiz Library Christmas Tree and have a holiday picture taken with Crackle the Crow. Take home a free picture mounted in a card and add to your holiday traditions and memories. This program is sponsored by the the Agassiz Library Society Friends of the Library. No appointment needed, all welcome.

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Great LEGO® Build-Up Week • Agassiz Library Tuesday, Nov 18 – Friday, Nov 21 10 am – 8 pm Everybody loves LEGO®! Build your best, register your entry, and display it at Agassiz Library. All week you can see what everyone else is building. This year’s surprise? You have to enter to find out! Bring your entries in anytime the library is open from Tuesday to Friday. Registration required.

After School LEGO® Build • Agassiz Library Friday, Nov 21 3 pm – 4:30 pm It’s an open build using the library LEGO® to build and enter your creation in the Great LEGO® Build-Up. Starting at 3 p.m. come build your tallest or funniest or fastest item. Be part of the best kids library program ever! It makes it all the more fun at Awards Day on Saturday. All ages welcome.”

Great LEGO® Build-Up Awards Day • Agassiz Library Saturday, Nov 22 1 pm – 2:30 pm You built, now you get to collect your awards and party! Our new tradition is LEGO® cake, but be ready for a special guest too. Bring your grown-up, bring a friend - LEGO® is always better with a crowd.”

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BOSTON BAR BOSTON BAR LIBRARY

EVERYONE

Box 400 Boston Bar Elementary School 47643 Old Boston Bar Road Boston Bar, bc v0k 1c0 Phone 604-867-8847

Storytime

Tuesday

1 – 5 5:30 – 7:30

Thursday

1 – 5 5:30 – 7:30

Boston Bar Library Open House

• Boston Bar Library Tuesday, Sep 23 2:30 pm – 3 pm Introduce kids to the love of books and language with Storytime!

Children and caregivers will enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and more. Storytime prepares children to learn to read.

Come on over and have coffee, tea or hot chocolate and some treats.

Listen to some Christmas music and socialize!

Thanksgiving at the Library

ADULTS

• Boston Bar Library Thursday, Oct 9 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Canada Pension Plan and Old Age Security

Come join us for a story, activities and refreshments!

• Boston Bar Library Tuesday, Oct 7 2 pm – 3:30 pm

Halloween at the Library

Join a Citizens Services Specialist from Service Canada to discover the many benefits available under each program. You will hear about Survivor/Death Benefits, Canada Pension Disability Benefits, Guaranteed Income Supplement Allowance, and Allowance for the Survivor. You will also learn about eligibility, when to apply, how to access, required documentation, and who to contact for help.

Registration appreciated.

• Boston Bar Library Thursday, Oct 30 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm Come join us for some spooky fun activities and a story. There will be some refreshments too!

Christmas Crafting at the Library • Boston Bar Library Tuesday, Nov 18 12 pm – 6 pm Bring some greenery, ribbons, bells, baubles etc. and let’s make some centerpieces or door hangers! The coffee, tea and glue guns will be on! There will also be refreshments.

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• Boston Bar Library Tuesday, Dec 16 12 pm – 3 pm

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Book Club • Boston Bar Library Last Tuesday of the month 4 pm – 5pm Join us to discuss what we’ve finished reading, and pick up the new book to read.

September – December 2014

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CHILLIWACK CHILLIWACK LIBRARY 45860 First Avenue Chilliwack, bc v2p 7k1 Phone 604-792-1941 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

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EVERYONE A SEASON OF READINGS

THE ART ROOM: #20 - 5725 VEDDER RD. CHILLIWACK The Chilliwack Libraries and the Chilliwack Arts Council are proud to present three evenings of local authors reading from their works. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and a glass of wine or coffee/tea as you revel in the local literary arts! Admission is free, however space is limited. Please call the library or the Chilliwack Community Arts Council at 604-769-ARTS (2787) for more information.

Helen Yeomans Wednesday, Oct 8, 7 pm – 8:30 pm

SARDIS LIBRARY 5819 Tyson Road Sardis, bc v2r 3r6 Phone 604-858-5503 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

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YARROW LIBRARY 4670 Community Street Yarrow, bc v2r 5e1 Phone 604-823-4664 Tuesday Wednesday

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The author of The Money Tree (2013), Ang Tak (2012), and Owen’s Day (2011) began her career as a book editor in Toronto and London. Helen fell into fiction writing by accident while exploring the film industry as a source of editorial contracts. After writing three feature length film scripts, one of which was optioned, she tried her hand at shorter scripts and other fiction forms including short stories and novels.

She is currently working on her fourth novel.

Martin Crosbie Wednesday, Nov 5, 7 pm – 8:30 pm Martin’s self-publishing journey has been chronicled in Publisher’s Weekly, Forbes Online, and Canada’s Globe and Mail newspaper. He is the author of My Temporary Life and several other Amazon bestsellers: My Name Is Hardly – Book Two of the My Temporary Life Trilogy, How I Sold 30,000 eBooks on Amazon’s Kindle – An Easy-To-Follow Self-Publishing Guidebook-2014 Edition, and Believing Again: A Tale Of Two Christmases.

W.P. Kinsella Wednesday, Dec 3, 7 pm – 8:30 pm W. P. “Bill” Kinsella is a legendary fiction writer, best known for his award-winning novel Shoeless Joe, which took on a new life as the movie Field of Dreams. While Kinsella is best known for his baseball fiction, he has a prolific output in many genres: novels, short fiction collections, poetry, three baseball plays, and several works of non-fiction. Bill is the recipient of numerous literary awards and has been honoured as an Officer of the Order of Canada and The Order of British Columbia.

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CHILLIWACK EVERYONE Fall Into Book Bingo

Quilting Group

Sardis Digital Clickers

• Sardis Library September – November

• Sardis Library Wednesdays, Sep 3 – Dec 17 (excluding Oct 8) 10 am – 2:30 pm

• Sardis Library Tuesdays, Sept 16, Oct 21, Nov 18, Dec 16 7 pm – 8:30 pm

Bring your quilting projects, sewing machine, and hand work and join the Sardis Library Quilting Group for a day of quilting in the comfort of the library. This group meets weekly to quilt and socialize. Please note that this is a non-instructional drop-in group. Space is limited so please bring hand work in case the tables are occupied.

Don’t forget to bring your lunch and coffee mug!

Are you a new photographer with your first DSLR or a seasoned photographer with a new toy? Join Sardis Library’s new Camera Club, the Sardis Digital Clickers. This drop-in club meets once a month to explore digital camera settings and different photography styles. Be prepared to ask questions, answer questions, share your successes and your failures, and enjoy all elements of photography in a friendly supportive setting. All types of digital cameras are welcome, but the primary focus with be on DSLR. Facilitated

by Chris of ChrisTopher Films.

Contact sardisdigitalclickers@ gmail.com for more information.

Older children are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult.

Pick up your adult, teen, or children’s bingo sheet from the Sardis Library and put an X through each completed library activity. Every time you complete a row (up, down, or diagonal) you are eligible to enter for a chance to win one of several great prizes!

Prize draws will be held in early December.

e-Help Desk • Chilliwack Library Mondays, Sep 8 – Dec 29 2 pm – 4:30 pm • Chilliwack Library Mondays, Oct 6, Nov 3, Dec 1 NEW! Evening hours 5:30 pm – 8 pm Visit Chilliwack Library’s Monday e-Help Desk for one-on-one help with downloading digital content (eBooks, audiobooks and magazines) and accessing databases on the FVRL website.

KNIT ONE, KNIT ALL Pack up your needles and yarn and head to the library!

Knitting is fun, relaxing and a great way to connect across the generations. Join knitters of all ages and abilities at the library who love to share ideas, techniques and conversation.

Knitting groups at all three libraries are drop-in.

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• Chilliwack Library Tuesdays, Sep 2 – Dec 16 1 pm – 2:30 pm • Sardis Library Wednesdays, Sep 3 – Dec 17 1 pm – 2:30 pm • Yarrow Library First and third Thursday of the month 1:30 pm – 3 pm

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CHILLIWACK EVERYONE Book Sale Blitz!

FAMILY BOARD GAME MEETUPS

• Chilliwack Library Saturday, Nov 15 10 am – 4 pm

We have the board games and cards.

You bring the family, your neighbours or come on your own and meet some new friends. All ages are invited.

The Friends of the Chilliwack Library invite you to a book sale blitz! One day only! All books are $5 per bag (bags provided).

Games Night

International Games Day @ Your Library

• Sardis Library Thursdays, Sept 4, Oct 2, Nov 6, Dec 4 6 pm – 8 pm

• Sardis Library Saturday, Nov 15 11 am – 4 pm

Sunday Afternoon Games • Chilliwack Library Sundays, Sept 7, Oct 5, Nov 2, Dec 7 2 pm – 4 pm

Canoe Crossings

I Love My Library Day

• Yarrow Library Saturday, Oct 18 2 pm – 3 pm

• Chilliwack Library Friday, Oct 24 10 am – 4 pm

• Chilliwack Library Tuesday, Oct 21 7 pm – 8 pm

It’s a party for the Library!

Come and experiment with a selection of tablets/eReaders at our Technology Petting Zoo OR bring your own device and get some individual help downloading eBooks and digital magazines.

Help yourself to a free cup of coffee and a treat while you browse our great collection of books, DVDS, newspapers and magazines. It’s a family affair this Pro-D day. Bring the kids along for a LEGO® build from 1-3 pm. We have the LEGO® collection, just bring your imagination!

• Sardis Library Tuesday, Oct 28 7 pm – 8 pm Join author Sanford Osler for a fascinating look at the ancient and seemingly simple watercraft that helped shape British Columbia.

Sanford has been involved with canoes from childhood and has paddled in virtually all the types of craft covered in his new book, Canoe Crossings. Registration appreciated at Yarrow Library.

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Read, learn, play during International Games Day @ your library. The game is on as Sardis Library and thousands of libraries across the world join the american Library Association (ALA) in celebrating the popularity and educational, recreational, and social value of video and board games for International Games Day @ your library. All ages are invited to drop-in throughout the day — we will have both video and board games available to play. For more information on International Games Day please visit www. ilovelibraries.org/gaming.

Yarrow Library Christmas Open House • Yarrow Library Tuesday, Dec 9 10:30 am – 7:30 pm Join staff for some Christmas cheer. Bring a friend and enjoy some hot apple cider, festive treats, and music throughout the day.

September – December 2014

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CHILLIWACK ADULTS Friends of the Chilliwack Libraries

Sardis Library Genealogy Group

Chilliwack Library Book Clubs

• Chilliwack Library Wednesdays, Sep 3, Oct 1, Nov 5, Dec 3 2 pm – 3 pm

• Sardis Library Thursdays, Sep 18, Oct 16, Nov 20, Dec 18 10:30 am – 12 pm

• Evening Club Wednesdays, Sep 24, Oct 22, Nov 26 7 pm – 8:30 pm

Join the Friends of the Chilliwack Libraries! This volunteer organization supports all three Chilliwack Libraries through advocacy, fundraising and assistance with various projects and programs.

The Puzzle Sale, the Pet Parade and Quiz Night are all successful Friends initiatives. New friends are always welcome! Please call ahead for the location of the meeting.

Would you like to improve your skills using genealogy software such as Ancestry Library Edition?

Share ideas, learn new tips and tricks, solve research roadblocks, and learn the history of the area and era you are researching. The Sardis Library Genealogy Group welcomes new members. Bring your laptop, or use the computers at the library to connect to Ancestry Library Edition after the meeting. Facilitated by Marlene Dance, UFV ElderCollege Instructor, and assisted by Katie England. Please note that the October 16th meeting will be a field trip.

• Daylight Club Mondays, Sep 8, Oct 6, Nov 3, Dec 1 10:30 am – 12 pm

Mental Silence Meditation • Sardis Library Mondays, Sep 8 – Dec 29 (excluding Oct 13) 7 pm – 8 pm Mental silence brings a peaceful and clearer awareness while reducing stress and has a profound balancing effect on our physical, mental and emotional lives, enhancing both resilience and total well being. It is easy to learn and with the guidance of Sergiy Fadyeyev, can generate significant results quickly.

Yarrow Library Book Club • Yarrow Library Third Thursday of the month 6:30 pm – 7:45 pm Join the Yarrow Book Club members for lively discussions of selected titles. Chosen books will change monthly and copies are provided by the library. New members are welcome.

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Join other book lovers for lively member-led discussions of titles selected by the group. New books every month provided by the library. New members are welcome any time. Come to one... or both!

All programs are drop-in and free of charge unless otherwise noted.

Call or visit your library to sign up for registered programs.

CONVERSATION CIRCLES

Hello

Friend Are you an adult trying to improve your spoken English? Would you like to meet new friends in the community? The Chilliwack Libraries, in partnership with the Chilliwack Learning Society, host free, drop-in Conversation Circles.

• Sardis Library Wednesdays, Sep 3 – Dec 17 7 pm – 8:30 pm • Chilliwack Library Mondays, Sep 8 – Dec 15 (excluding Oct 13) 7 pm – 8:30 pm

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• Yarrow Library Thursdays, Oct 9, 23, Nov 6, 13, 27, Dec 11 6:30 pm – 8 pm

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CHILLIWACK ADULTS Author Reading: Ruth Derksen-Siemens

Mature Drivers Re-Examination

Canada Pension Plan and Old Age Security

• Chilliwack Library Saturday, Sep 20 2 pm – 4 pm

• Sardis Library Monday, Sep 29 1:30 pm – 3 pm

• Sardis Library Wednesday, Oct 8 2 pm – 3:30 pm

Ruth Derksen-Siemens, a UBC professor, is a first generation Canadian of Russian Mennonite descent who has lived in a traditional Mennonite community in the Fraser Valley. Her book, Daughters in the City-Mennonite Maids in Vancouver, 1931-1961, chronicles the stories of young Russian refugees who built new lives as domestic servants in early Vancouver. Join us following the reading for tea and an opportunity to meet the author, exchange stories or purchase a copy of her award winning book.

Do you feel it’s time to look at your driving? Has a friend or family member expressed concerns? Have you been called for re-examination? Learn how you can continue to drive safely by attending this workshop with John DeMartin, Driver Examiner for ICBC. Review your driving, brush up on your knowledge, and make a plan of action to help you stay on the road. Registration required.

• Chilliwack Library Thursday, Oct 16 2 pm – 3:30 pm

Absolute Beginners Computer Training • Chilliwack Library Session One: Tuesdays and Thursdays Sept 16 – 25, 8:30 am – 9:30 am Session Two: Tuesdays and Thursdays, Oct 21 – 30, 8:30 am – 9:30 am Session Three: Tuesdays and Thursdays, November 18 – 27, 8:30 am – 9:30 am An introduction to computers, email and the Internet. If you don’t even know how to turn a computer on, or if you think a mouse is a rodent, this is the class for you.

Great for seniors and adults.

Sign up for one session (4 classes each). Call for more information.

Registration is required and begins September 2.

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• Yarrow Library Thursday, Oct 23 2 pm – 3:30 pm Join a Citizens Services Specialist from Service Canada to discover the many benefits available under each program. You will hear about Survivor/Death Benefits, Canada Pension Disability Benefits, Guaranteed Income Supplement Allowance, and Allowance for the Survivor. You will also learn about eligibility, when to apply, how to access, required documentation, and who to contact for help.

Registration appreciated.

Understanding Windows 8 • Yarrow Library Saturday, Sep 27 1 pm – 2:30 pm Feeling frustrated with Windows 8? Afraid of getting a new computer with Windows 8 on it? This is the class for you! Get acquainted with the new metro-style Windows 8 interface and start menu.

Learn how to customize the start menu to simplify your searching for apps; learn the difference between programs and apps; and, remove the barriers that stand between so many people today and a successful Windows 8 experience. Instruction by Jason Lindsay, owner of A-Plus Digital Computers. Registration required.

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eReader Workshops • Sardis Library For those using wireless devices and tablets: Thursday, Oct 23, 2 pm – 4:30 pm Tuesday, Nov 25, 6:30 pm – 8 pm For those using dedicated eReaders with their home computers : Thursday, Oct 16, 2 pm – 4:30 pm Tuesday, Nov 18, 6:30 pm – 8 pm Learn how to borrow free eBooks from the library through FVRL Overdrive and BC Library to Go. Registration required.

September – December 2014

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CHILLIWACK ADULTS Quiz Night • Chilliwack Library Friday, Oct 3 7 pm – 10 pm No trivia is too trivial! Test your memory at the Friends of the Library 11th Annual Quiz Night.

Come for a fun evening of laughter, groans and a chance to win the famous Smarty Pants Award! Win door prizes or buy tickets for the gift basket raffle. Bring your group of 8, or come alone and join others to form a team. Tickets for this popular event are $13 per person, include a snack and are available beginning July 31.

Prohibition in British Columbia • Chilliwack Library Saturday, Oct 4 2 pm – 4 pm Did you know that every province in Canada, except Quebec, banned the sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages during World War One? Alcohol was prohibited in BC from 1917-1921.

Like elsewhere in North America, prohibition in our province was a social experiment that didn’t have the expected outcomes.

Illegal drinking, speakeasies, white lightning, bootlegging, criminals and corruption were the consequences of the ban. Join popular BC historian John Mitchell for an entertaining look at this chapter in our province’s history. Sponsored by the Friends of the Chilliwack Libraries.

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Health and Wellness Workshops: Technology and Aging • Yarrow Library Wednesday, Oct 15 2 pm – 3 pm Many recent technological advances are of use to older adults. This workshop describes what is available now and what the future promises to provide.

This program is presented by the Council of Senior Citizen’s Organization of BC (COSCO) Senior’s Health and Wellness Institute. Registration required.

Songs That Won the War • Chilliwack Library Tuesday, Nov 4 2 pm – 3 pm Reminisce with Jack Kopstein and pianist Nita Pelletier as they play well-known tunes from World War One and World War Two. Adults and seniors are welcome to step back in time as we commemorate Remembrance Day with songs and memories from this era. Jack Kopstein is a respected Chilliwack musician, historian and author with 35 years of service as a musician and conductor in the Canadian Forces. Ms. Pelletier has performed as a soloist and collaborative pianist for numerous events throughout BC and concerts with the Vancouver Youth Symphony and the Fraser Valley Symphony.

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I Can’t Sleep!

• Chilliwack Library Tuesday, Nov 18 2 pm – 3 pm Many older adults find it difficult to get to sleep or stay asleep. This workshop, presented by COSCO Seniors’ Health and Wellness Institute, explores the reasons and remedies. Join us for advice about lifestyle changes that may help you get a better night’s sleep.

Christmas Cheer • Chilliwack Library Tuesday, Dec 9 2 pm – 3 pm Join members of the Chilliwack Harmony Chorus as they celebrate the season barbershop style!

Adults and seniors are invited for hot apple cider, holiday goodies and an enjoyable hour of Christmas music.

September – December 2014

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CHILLIWACK TEENS Chilliwack Youth Gamers Guild

HOW’S THAT MADE?

• Chilliwack Library Thursdays, Sep 11, Oct 9, Nov 13, Dec 11 5 pm – 8:30 pm Join us for a great evening of board and card games, including Apples to Apples, Escalation, Zombie Brains, and more! Contact the Chilliwack Library for more information. For teens in Grades 7 and up.

Rated T for Teen • Sardis Library Saturdays, Sept 27, Oct 25*, Nov 29, Dec 27 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm With Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros., Rock Band, Wii Sports, Animal Crossing, and the monthly tournament (complete with prizes), you bring your A-Game and we bring the rest. Bring your Nintendo DS for multi-player mayhem. For more information, please contact Sardis Library or search for Rated T for Teen on Facebook. For teens in Grades 7 and up. (*Please note that on October 25 this program will run from 12:30-4:30 p.m.)

• Chilliwack Library (Grades 7 and up) Thursdays, Sep 25, Oct 2, 23, 30, Nov 6, 27, & Dec 4 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm • Sardis Library (Grades 7 and up) Tuesdays: Sept 9, Oct 14, & Dec 9 4 pm – 6 pm • Yarrow Library (Grades 5 and up) Tuesdays, Sep 16, Oct 21, Nov 18, Dec 18 4 pm – 5:30 pm Get crafty at the library! Join Susan Barclay Nichols for some fun crafts for teens. Learn to make paper crafts, fabric art, body care products, and more! For more information, please contact Chilliwack or Sardis Libraries. Visit Susan’s blog at www.swiftcraftymonkey.blogspot.com for updates on classes and copies of handouts. Registration for each session is required for this free program.

Genshiken • Chilliwack Library Wednesdays, Sep 17, Oct 15, Nov 19, Dec 17 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm Japanese pop culture mayhem with Raymond! Due to the content of the media during the Japanese group, you must be at least 13 to attend. For more information, please contact Chilliwack Library.

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Tweens & Teen Pro-D Day Movie • Sardis Library Friday, Oct 24 2 pm – 4 pm Need something to do while school is out? Come alone or bring your friends for a movie matinee. Help us pick the movie you wish to watch. A selection of movies will be available for your votes in September. Please call the library in October to find out what’s playing.

September – December 2014

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CHILLIWACK TEENS

KIDS

Chilliwack Libraries Teen Advisory Group

Storytime

Babytime

• Sardis Library Mondays, Sep 22 – Dec 1 (excluding Oct 13) 10:30 am – 11 am

• Sardis Library Thursdays, Oct 2 – Oct 30 10:30 am – 11 am

• Chilliwack Library Thursdays, Sep 18, Oct 16, Nov 20, Dec 18 6 pm - 8 pm All teenagers in Chilliwack are invited to join the Chilliwack Libraries TAG. Help organize, run and promote teen library programs. Act as library ambassadors.

Discuss and review music, books, movies and websites. Eat snacks and have fun. Volunteer hours are granted for all TAG activities and often qualify as part of a student’s graduation portfolio. Pick up an application form at one of the Chilliwack Libraries.

Rated T for Teen Video Games Pre-International Games Day Event!

• Yarrow Library Saturday, Nov 1 11:30 am – 2:30 pm Yarrow Library is having a Pre-International Games Event to get you into the mood for the big event at Sardis on November 15. Bring a friend, and come out to join Susan Barclay-Nichols to play Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros., Rock Band, Wii Sports, Animal Crossing. You bring your A-Game and we bring the rest.

Bring your Nintendo DS or 3DS for multiplayer mayhem. For more information look up Rated T for Teen on Facebook.

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• Yarrow Library Wednesdays, Nov 5 – Nov 26 10:30 am – 11 am

• Chilliwack Library Tuesdays, Sep 23 – Dec 2 10:30 am – 11 am

• Chilliwack Library Thursdays, Nov 6 – Nov 27 10:30 am – 11 am

• Yarrow Library Tuesdays, Sep 23 – Oct 21, Nov 18 – Dec 2 10:30 am – 11 am Introduce kids to the love of books and language with Storytime!

Children and caregivers will enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and more. Storytime prepares children to learn to read.

Make language fun! Start early with Babytime. Help your baby develop speech and language skills - enjoy bouncing, singing and rhyming with stories. Babytime is a fun, social bonding activity for babies AND caregivers.

Registration required.

Pyjama Storytime

Toddler Meet-up

• Sardis Library Thursdays, Sep 25 , Oct 30, Nov 27 6:45 pm – 7:15 pm

• Chilliwack Library Thursdays, Oct 2 – 30 10:30 am - 11:30 am

Tuck into a story! Children and caregivers will be entertained with stories, songs, rhymes, and more.

Kids are encouraged to wear their pyjamas and bring their favourite stuffie. Storytime prepares children to learn to read.

Rainy day and your toddler is climbing the walls? Need to connect with other local parents of little ones? New to town and looking for free family-friendly events? You’re invited to a weekly free meet-up that features space for toddlers accompanied by parents to play with toys, books, and meet up with their friends and make new ones. Each session begins with storytelling by a librarian. For ages 18 months – 3 years (younger siblings welcome to tag along).

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CHILLIWACK KIDS O.W.L. Orphaned Wildlife Society • Yarrow Library Wednesday, Oct 15 10:30 am – 11:30 am The Orphaned Wildlife Rehabilitation Society (O.W.L.) will present an informative program about birds of prey found locally in the Fraser Valley. Learn about birds and their prey, and the roles they play in our environment. Live birds will be on display.

Chilliwack Library Community Storytelling Kits Now available at the Chilliwack Library - Storytime on the Go! Anyone, anywhere, anytime!

Themed bags contain books, rhymes and puppets for babies to preschoolers. YOU are the storyteller! Call 604-792-1941 for more information. Made possible with a generous donation from the Friends of the Chilliwack Libraries.

• Sardis Library Tuesdays, Sep 16, Oct 21, Nov 18, Dec 16 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm • Yarrow Library Tuesdays: Sep 23, Oct 14, Nov 4, 25, Dec 9 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm Love LEGO®? Come play, create, and experiment. We have the LEGO®, you bring your imagination! LEGO® club is a fun time for kids ages 7 to 12 so come on in and join us after school. Psst - girls are welcome too. Each session is limited to 15 attendees. Upon arrival, please sign up for the day at the information desk. Arrive early to avoid disappointment!

HALLOWEEN STORYTIME & CRAFT • Chilliwack Library Tuesday, Oct 28 10:30 am – 11 am

It’s the Silly Season!

There’s Puppets at the Library

• Yarrow Library Tuesday, Oct 28 10:30 am – 11:30 am Registration required.

• Yarrow Library Wednesday, Oct 22 10:30 am – 11:30 am

Introduce kids to the love of books and language with a not-so-spooky Halloween Storytime and craft! Children and caregivers will enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and more. Storytime prepares children to learn to read. Kids are invited to come in their Halloween costumes.

Leaves may fall down and the cold wind may blow, but at the Yarrow Library there’s a puppet show!

Come see Master Puppeteer and Storyteller Elspeth Bowers present a program of stories, songs, and puppets. Fun for all!

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CHILLIWACK KIDS Halloween Craft Meetup • Chilliwack Library Tuesday, Oct 28 3 pm – 4:30 pm Drop in to the library after school to make a spooky Halloween Craft!

Supplies will be out for independent creativity. Ghouls and Ghosts also welcome to attend!

Spooky Time Halloween Special • Sardis Library Tuesday, Oct 28 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm Come celebrate Halloween in costume at the library with Norden the Magician! Norden is an eight-time winner of the Children’s Magician of the Year award – a Canadian record! His amazing show will delight and entertain all ages and have you laughing out of your chair and scratching your head in wonder. The costumed children will conclude the event with a spooktacular parade through the library.

CHRISTMAS STORYTIMES & CRAFTS AT THE CHILLIWACK LIBRARIES • Chilliwack Library Tuesday, Dec 2 10:30 am – 11 am • Yarrow Library Tuesday, Dec 9 10:30 am – 11:30 am Registration required.

• Sardis Library Wednesday, Dec 10 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm Introduce kids to the love of books and language with a special Christmas Storytime and craft! Children and caregivers will enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and more. Storytime prepares children to learn to read.

Christmas Craft Meetup • Chilliwack Library Tuesday, Dec 16 3 pm – 4:30 pm Drop in to the library after school to make like an elf! Supplies will be out for independent crafting perfect for your Christmas Tree, or to give as a gift, or to feed to your eight hungry reindeer!

All programs are drop-in and free of charge unless otherwise noted. Call or visit your library to sign up for registered programs.

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DELTA GEORGE MACKIE LIBRARY

EVERYONE

8440 112 Street Delta, bc v4c 4w9 Phone 604-594-8155

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Library Tours

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

• George Mackie Library

• Ladner Pioneer Library

• Ladner Pioneer Library

• Tsawwassen Library

• Tsawwassen Library

The Delta Libraries offer tours to school classes throughout the year. To book a visit at:

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LADNER PIONEER LIBRARY 4683 51 Street Delta, bc v4k 2v8 Phone 604-946-6215 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

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TSAWWASSEN LIBRARY 1321 a 56 Street Delta, bc v4l 2a6 Phone 604-943-2271 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

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Library staff at Delta Libraries are experts on our online resources.

Let us teach you how to: • Download free eBooks and audiobooks from the library.

• Subscribe to more than 300 digital magazines using Zinio.

• Manage your library account to place holds and renew books from home.

• Use the library’s Digital Content to answer questions about auto repair, travel, self employment, etc.

• Get started using your new tablet, eReader or laptop computer and much more!

Book your personalized appointment by phone or in person at the library information desk.

• George Mackie Library

• George Mackie Library call 604-594-8155, ext. 224 • Ladner Pioneer Library call 604-946-6215, ext. 223 • Tsawwassen Library call 604-943-2271, ext. 203

Sitting and Stitching • Ladner Pioneer Library Mondays, Sep 8 – Dec 22 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm Do you want to learn how to knit or crochet? Are you an avid knitter, crocheter, quilter or weaver who wants to meet others and get inspiration or help? Drop in and join us for an evening of crafting fun!

On Location with the Delta Libraries We’ll be at the following events! Check out our library booth for games, prizes, displays, and storytimes.

• Saturday, Sept 6: Luminary Festival at Sunstone Park • Sunday, Sept 14: Terry Fox Run at Rotary Square Tsawwassen Town Centre Mall (come run with our Community Librarian Jeannie Cockcroft) • Wednesday, Oct 29: Ladner Family Fright Fest

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DELTA EVERYONE Library Ukulele Jam • Tsawwassen Library Third Thursday of the month 7 pm – 8:30 pm All uked up and no place to jam?

Whether you are a ukulele newbie or a seasoned strummer, join us for a fun and relaxed evening with fellow uke enthusiasts. A variety of music will be represented and sheet music and lyrics will be provided for those who feel like singing along.

Shred-a-Thon: A Friends’ Fundraising Event • George Mackie Library Saturday, Sep 20 10 am – 2 pm The fundraiser, sponsored by the Delta Friends of the Library, offers FVRL customers and community members shredding of their documents in the upper parking lot of the Health Unit (above the George Mackie Library parking lot). Not only is this a great opportunity to safely get rid of your confidential information, your donation will directly benefit your local library.

Many thanks to Shred-it.

North Delta Celebrates Diwali • George Mackie Library Saturday, Oct 25 12 pm – 3 pm Diwali is one of the most vibrant events on the Indian calendar.

Join the library and our friends to learn about the customs of this joyous day, enjoy classic dance performances, taste Indian food and much more!

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Altered Book Holiday Workshop • Tsawwassen Library Saturday, Nov 29 1 pm – 3 pm • George Mackie Library Saturday, Dec 6 1 pm – 3 pm Create a unique gift for someone this year! Come and have fun using your creative genius to transform a tatty unsalable book into a piece of art. Working one page at a time it is surprisingly easy to do. Bring a colourful thrift store find, a book from home or choose a retired book from our library’s book sale shelf. We’ll have some extra discarded books available.

ADULTS Happy to 102 • Tsawwassen Library Tuesday, Sep 9 2 pm – 3:30 pm Discover the best kept secrets to a long and happy life as we share insights and evidence-based studies to help baby boomers and seniors live to their maximum potential at any age. The Balanced Care Method™ goes beyond physical needs, considers the emotional, mental, and spiritual needs of people, and understands aging as part of a whole life, rich and meaningful at every age. Presented by Home Care Assistance.

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DELTA ADULTS Book Club

Putting the Garden to Bed for the Winter

Join us to discuss books in a casual setting. New members are welcome. Books are provided.

• Ladner Pioneer Library Thursday, Sep 11 7 pm – 8:30 pm

• George Mackie Library Second Tuesday of the month 7:15 pm – 8:30 pm

What are the best things you can do for your garden/lawn before and during our winter? Learn labour-saving (and money-saving) ways to tuck in your garden this fall to ensure an easy and rested wake-up in the spring.

This is for all levels of gardeners from absolute beginner or new homeowner preparing for the first winter, to experienced gardeners who enjoy learning another gardener’s tidbits.

• Tsawwassen Library Second Thursday of the month 1 pm – 3 pm or 7 pm – 8:30 pm • Ladner Pioneer Library Third Thursday of the month 2 pm – 4 pm • Ladner Pioneer Library Fourth Wednesday of the month 7 pm – 9 pm

Advanced English Conversation and Accent Reduction Classes

Wired Wednesdays • Tsawwassen Library Wednesdays, Sep 10 – Dec 10 9:15 am – 10 am Get comfortable using the Internet. These drop-in, hands-on classes are open to everyone.

Writers’ Group • Tsawwassen Library Second and fourth Thursday of the month 10:30 am – 12 pm

Next Chapter Book Club • Ladner Pioneer Library Tuesdays, Sep 16 – Nov 4, Nov 18 1:45 pm – 2:45 pm • George Mackie Library Wednesdays, Sep 17 – Nov 19 1 pm – 2 pm A weekly opportunity for people with developmental disabilities to read and learn together, talk about books, and make friends in a relaxed community setting.

Individual NCBCs usually consists of 5 to 8 people with disabilities and 2 volunteer facilitators, some of whom also have disabilities.

Members of NCBC guide the structure of their club and choose books they read.

Poetry Night in Punjabi, Urdu and Hindi • George Mackie Library Tuesdays, Sep 16, Oct 21, Nov 18 6:30 pm – 8 pm

• George Mackie Library Tuesdays, Sep 16 – Nov 4, Nov 18 – 25 1 pm – 3 pm Advanced English training for newcomers who want to improve their accent reduction, practice conversation skills and gain confidence with speaking in public. Presented in partnership with the Progressive Intercultural Community Services Society (PICS) with funding from the Delta Literacy Committee. Register with PICS by calling 604-596-7722.

Registration required.

George Mackie Library, in collaboration with Kendri Punjabi Lekhak Sabha, Uttari Amrika and Punjabi Lekhak Manch–Vancouver, offers poetry night in Punjabi, Urdu and Hindi. Come hear two published poets/authors read and discuss their work and answer questions from the audience.

Drop in and share your stories with a supportive group of fellow writers.

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DELTA ADULTS Conversation Circles: Practice Your English • Ladner Pioneer Library Tuesdays, Sep 16 – Nov 4 , Nov 18 – Dec 2 7 pm – 8:30 pm • George Mackie Library Thursdays, Sep 18 – Dec 4 7 pm – 8:30 pm

WORKSHOPS TO EDUCATE AND EMPOWER Presented by BC Centre for Elder Advocacy and Support

Powers of Attorney, Joint Bank Accounts and Representation Agreements • Tsawwassen Library Tuesday, Sep 16, 2 pm – 3:30 pm

Practice your English and meet people in a friendly, relaxed environment. There will be guided weekly discussions and activities on everyday topics.

This workshop focuses on the importance of advance planning, forms of financial abuse through joint bank accounts and powers of attorney, and strategies to deal with financial abuse.

The Arthritis Society Presents: Understanding Arthritis

• George Mackie Library Wednesday, Oct 8, 2 pm – 3:30 pm

• George Mackie Library Wednesday, Sep 17 7 pm – 8:30 pm • Ladner Pioneer Library Wednesday, Oct 8 7 pm – 8:30 pm Learn how to better understand and manage your arthritis.

This presentation will include information on pain management, exercise, medication and complimentary therapies as well as information on the Arthritis Society and the education programs and services available to you. Learn about strategies and techniques to improve your lifestyle.

The Arthritis Society presents a Chronic Pain Management Workshop on Wednesday, Nov 5 at the George Mackie Library (see page 35).

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Elder Abuse

What is elder abuse? How do we deal with it? The BC Centre for Elder Advocacy and Support offers a 90-minute workshop on social isolation and abuse of older adults, types of abuse and people involved, and strategies to deal with abuse.

Powers of Attorney, Joint Bank Accounts and Representation Agreements [ presented in Chinese [ • George Mackie Library Wednesday, Oct 22, 2 pm – 3:30 pm This workshop, presented solely in Chinese, focuses on the importance of advance planning, forms of financial abuse through joint bank accounts and powers of attorney, and strategies to deal with financial abuse.

Frauds and Scams • Ladner Pioneer Library Thursday, Nov 6, 2 pm – 3:30 pm This workshop focuses on common scams targeting older adults, offers strategies to protect themselves from scams, check for counterfeit bank notes, deal with financial abuse, and covers such resources as the National Do-Not-Call List.

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DELTA ADULTS Preserve Your Food: Dehydrating and Freezing

Canada Pension Plan and Old Age Security

Garden Design Workshop - Part 1

• Ladner Pioneer Library Thursday, Sep 18 7 pm – 8:30 pm

• George Mackie Library Tuesday, Oct 7 , 2 pm – 3:30 pm

• Ladner Pioneer Library Thursday, Oct 16 7 pm – 8:30 pm

Have you ever wanted to start preserving your own food? Join Sepia Sharma, a trained food processing facilitator from BC Food Processors Association, and learn some basic skills on food safety, food preservation (drying and freezing) and storing fruits and vegetables.

Women, Wealth & Wisdom • Ladner Pioneer Library Thursday, Sep 25 2:30 pm – 4 pm • George Mackie Library Wednesday, Oct 15 2:30 pm – 4 pm

• Tsawwassen Library Thursday, Oct 23, 2 pm – 3:30 pm Join a Citizens Services Specialist from Service Canada to discover the many benefits available under each program. You will hear about Survivor/Death Benefits, Canada Pension Disability Benefits, Guaranteed Income Supplement Allowance, and Allowance for the Survivor. You will also learn about eligibility, when to apply, how to access, required documentation, and who to contact for help.

• Tsawwassen Library Wednesday, Nov 5 2:30 pm – 4 pm

• Ladner Pioneer Library Mondays, Sep 22, 29, Oct 6, 27, Nov 3 1 pm – 3 pm

This workshop is a necessity if you are new to managing money, recently divorced, recently widowed, or just want easy to understand answers to your investment questions. Presented

by Sheila Whitehead, Investment Adviser with RBC. Ladies only please!

A series of workshops, presented

by Boys & Girls Clubs of South Coast BC and WorkBC Employment Services Centre, covering many different aspects of job searching.

All programs are drop-in and free of charge unless otherwise noted.

Call or visit your library to sign up for registered programs.

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Do you wish you had a nicer backyard for summer barbecues when friends and family gather?

Does your front yard displease you? In Part 1, you will learn to deconstruct what appeals to you and some basic elements of good design.

JOB SEEKER WORKSHOPS Oct 27 Social Media: Learn how to utilize social media for job search purposes.

Nov 3 Employers’ Expectations: Learn to think how an employer thinks; what do they want in an employee.

Sep 22 R esume Overview: Learn the basics of a good resume such as layout and what to include.

• Tsawwassen Library Mondays, Oct 20, Nov 10 1 pm – 3 pm

Sep 29 Networking: Learn how to build contacts when job searching and what to say in an elevator speech.

Oct 20 Resume Overview: Learn the basics of a good resume such as layout and what to include.

Oct 6 Interview Skills: Learn how to prepare for the interview.

Get some tips on post-interview follow ups.

Nov 10 Interview Skills: Learn how to prepare for the interview. Get some tips on post-interview follow ups.

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DELTA ADULTS Garden Design Workshop - Part 2 • Ladner Pioneer Library Thursday, Oct 23 7 pm – 8:30 pm Do you admire show gardens or gardens featured in magazines? In Part 2, learn to reconstruct your garden to suit your wants and needs. This interactive workshop is for any homeowner who wishes to create a garden that knocks your socks off.

The Arthritis Society Presents: Chronic Pain Management Workshop • George Mackie Library Wednesday, Nov 5 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm Based on the Arthritis SelfManagement Program, this forum introduces participants to self-management skills and the principles of pain management.

Learn about the physical causes of pain in arthritis; better managing stress and fatigue; the benefits of exercise and using medications wisely.

FALL STORYTELLERS SERIES Presented by Federation of British Columbia Writers

Writers’ Reading Series • George Mackie Library Wednesdays, Sep 24, Oct 29 7 pm – 8:45 pm Join the Federation of British Columbia Writers, the premier voice of BC writers for an evening of readings featuring the works of emerging and published Fraser Valley, New Westminster and Vancouver authors as well as our usual literary fun and prizes. Have some coffee/tea and goodies while you listen to the written word whether it’s a poem, short story, or novel excerpt. If you’d like to read at the open mic, email fvwschool@gmail.com. All readings must be six minutes or less.

Telling Our Stories • George Mackie Library Wednesday, Nov 26 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm Telling Our Stories brings together people from different cultures and backgrounds, each providing the audience with a brief intimate glimpse into worlds and experiences that they might never otherwise discover.

Mushaira

Our six storytellers follow only three rules:

• George Mackie Library Saturday, Dec 20 2 pm – 4 pm

• The story must be told in 10 minutes.

• The story must be true.

The public is invited to participate in Mushaira, an open mic session where poets gather to perform their works. A cherished tradition in Pakistan and North India, Mushaira allows both the invited poets and members of the audience to perform.

If you would like to tell a story, please drop by the library or call 604-594-8155. Coffee, tea and goodies will be provided.

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• The story must be about you.

Local singer-songwriter Beth Southwell will be performing songs from her CD.

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DELTA TEENS Teen Pizza & Games • George Mackie Library Tuesdays, Sep 23, Oct 28, Nov 25 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm • Ladner Pioneer Library Thursday, Dec 18 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm Do you love to play board games?

Are you between 12 and 19 years old? Then come to the library for a fun night of gaming and free pizza. Games and snacks provided

by Imperial Hobbies.

VOLUNTEER FAIR FOR TEENS • George Mackie Library Saturday, Oct 18 1 pm – 4 pm Are you a teen looking to volunteer or complete your required 30 hours? Come to the library to meet local organizations needing volunteers, gather information and do some networking.

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KIDS BABY PLAY DATE Parents and caregivers are invited to a hands-on event as we teach you how to play with your baby or toddler and encourage early literacy at the same time. Come to play and go away with ideas to try at home.

This program is best suited for babies and toddlers who are 2 years or younger.

• Ladner Pioneer Library Wednesday, Sep 10 10:30 am – 12 pm • George Mackie Library Thursday, Sep 11 10:30 am – 12 pm

• Tsawwassen Library Monday, Sep 8 10:30 am – 12 pm

Babytime

Parent Child Mother Goose

• Tsawwassen Library Mondays, Sep 15 – Oct 6, Oct 20– Nov 24 10:30 am – 11 am

• George Mackie Library Mondays, Sep 15 – Oct 6, Oct 20 – Nov 24 10:30 am – 11:30 am

• Ladner Pioneer Library Wednesdays, Sep 17 – Nov 26 10:30 am – 11 am

• Tsawwassen Library Fridays, Sep 19 – Nov 21 10 am – 11 am

• George Mackie Library Thursdays, Sep 18 – Nov 27 10:30 am – 11 am

• Ladner Pioneer Library Friday, Sep 19 – Nov 21 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm

Make language fun! Start early with Babytime. Help your baby develop speech and language skills - enjoy bouncing, singing and rhyming with stories. Babytime is a fun, social bonding activity for babies AND caregivers.

Discover fun with rhymes, songs, and stories! This is an interactive program for babies 15 months and younger AND caregivers.

Mother Goose helps your baby learn speech and language skills.

Healthy snacks are provided.

(Please note that due to funding this program is open to Delta residents only.) Registration required.

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DELTA KIDS Christmas Storytime

STORYTIME

• George Mackie Library Tuesday, Dec 2 10:30 am – 11:30 am

Introduce kids to the love of books and language with Storytime!

Children and caregivers will enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and more. Storytime prepares children to learn to read.

• George Mackie Library Friday, Sep 19 – Dec 5 • George Mackie Library 10:30 am – 11 am Ladner Pioneer Library Tuesdays, Sep 16 – Dec 2 (except Nov 11) 10:30 am – 11 am

• Ladner Pioneer Library Wednesday, Dec 3 7 pm – 8 pm • Tsawwassen Library Friday, Dec 5 10:30 am – 11:30 amw

• Tsawwassen Library Friday, Sep 19 – Dec 5 10:30 am – 11 am

Pyjama Storytime

Storytime and Craft

• Ladner Pioneer Library Wednesdays, Sep 17 – Dec 3 7 pm – 7:30 pm

• Tsawwassen Arts Centre, 1172 - 56 Street Wednesdays, Sep 24, Oct 29, Dec 3 2 pm – 3 pm

Tuck into a story! Children and caregivers will be entertained with stories, songs, rhymes, and more.

Kids are encouraged to wear their pyjamas and bring their favourite stuffie. Storytime prepares children to learn to read.

Kids’ Day Off @ The Library - The Maker Mobile • George Mackie Library Friday, Sep 19 11:30 am – 3:30 pm

Bring your child to a storytime and craft program, presented in partnership by FVRL and Delta Parks & Recreation. There is a small drop-in fee for the craft portion of the program. Please note that this program takes place at the Tsawwassen Arts Centre.

The monthly themes are: • Sept 24: Birds • Oct 29: Halloween • Dec 3: Christmas

Hey kids! Have you ever wanted to turn a banana into a piano?

Celebrate your non-instructional day off at the library with our friends from the Maker Mobile.

Learn about simple circuits and electricity, play with LED lights and build your own fruity musical masterpiece!

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Introduce kids to the love of books and language with a festive Christmas Storytime. Children and caregivers will enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and more.

Storytime prepares children to learn to read. Don’t forget to bring your camera as Storytime will be followed by a visit from Santa Claus!

A Holiday for Santa: Puppet Show • George Mackie Library Tuesday, Dec 9 10:30 am – 11 am • Ladner Pioneer Library Wednesday, Dec 10 10:30 am – 11 am • Tsawwassen Library Friday, Dec 12 10:30 am – 11 am Santa is tired and wants to go to Hawaii for Christmas! But who will deliver the toys around the world if Santa is on holiday? Find out what happens in this puppet show suitable for the whole family.

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HOPE HOPE LIBRARY

EVERYONE

1005a Sixth Avenue Hope, bc v0x 1l4 Phone 604-869-2313

Great Big Annual Book Sale!

Travel with Johnny: Adventure in Northern BC

• Hope Library Friday, Oct 17 – Sunday, Oct 19 10 am – 5 pm

• Hope Library Wednesday, Nov 26 7 pm – 8 pm

Long anticipated, it’s the Great Big Annual Book sale, sponsored by the Friends of the Hope Library!

Find romance and fantasy, history and travel, science fiction and just plain fiction. There’s sure to be a book (or magazine) for everyone!

At the end of every summer, Wild Earth Photo heads north on a photographic wilderness adventure. This fall Johnny Beach returns to Hope Library to share images of the magnificent landscapes, abundant wildlife and remoteness as he explores the vast mountains, lakes and rivers of Northern BC and the Yukon.

Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

10 – 8 1 – 8 10 – 5 10 – 5 1 – 5 1 – 5 *

* Sunday hours September to June only

Canoe Crossings • Hope Library Wednesday, Oct 22 7 pm – 8 pm

Letters to Santa

Join author Sanford Osler for a fascinating look at the ancient and seemingly simple watercraft that helped shape British Columbia.

Sanford has been involved with canoes from childhood and has paddled in virtually all the types of craft covered in his new book, Canoe Crossings.

He’ll share beautiful images and other highlights from his book, including stories about colourful local canoeing characters. Canoe Crossings will appeal to anyone who has ever sought adventure, found solace, or seen beauty in a canoe. Co-sponsored by the Hope Mountain Centre for Outdoor Learning and Hope Recreation, Culture and Airpark Services. This event will be held in the Hope Conference Centre.

• Hope Library Saturday, Dec 13 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm Hope and District Arts Council, the University of the Fraser Valley, Friends of the Hope Library and the Hope Library welcome all families to participate in this Hope Winterfest tradition! Arts Council volunteers will help little ones write their letters to Santa and snacks will be served fireside.

A couple of Christmas stories, a song or two and then a surprise visit by a right jolly old elf!

All programs are drop-in and free of charge unless otherwise noted.

Call or visit your library to sign up for registered programs.

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HOPE ADULTS Friends of the Hope Library

Happy Knit Hope

Book Club

• Hope Library

• Hope Library Sundays 1:30 pm – 3 pm

• Hope Library Third Tuesday of the month 6:30 pm – 8 pm

Bring your knitting and share in the conversation about patterns and projects, ideas and yarns.

Beginners and all abilities are welcome so head on down to the library to spend some time chatting with other knitters at this cozy fireside knitting circle.

Do you enjoy reading and talking about books? You don’t have to be a member - just pick up a copy of the monthly book selection at the library any time during the month, read it and get ready to share your thoughts!

The Friends of the Hope Library are an active group of volunteers who love books, reading and the Hope Library! The Friends meet throughout the year to organize fundraisers for the library, including Quiz night, The Great Big Annual Book sale, and Senior’s Coffee Time. Please call the library for meeting dates and times.

Conversation Circles: Practice Your English • Hope Library Tuesdays,Sep 2 – Tuesday, Dec 30 10:30 am – 12 pm If you’re learning English and want to practice speaking with other people in a friendly, casual place come join us for coffee! There will be guided weekly discussions about Canadian culture, food, current events and a variety of other topics.

Senior’s Coffee and Conversation • Hope Library Thursdays 10:30 am – 11:30 am Drop in and join us for a cup of coffee, tea and homemade treats.

You’ll enjoy some interesting and lively conversation! Sponsored by the Friends of the Hope Library no membership required!

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Healthy Eating for Seniors

Spiritual Economics

• Hope Library Thursday, Oct 2 10:30 am – 12 pm

• Hope Library Wednesday, Sep 24 6:30 pm – 8 pm What is spiritual economics?

Peter Dexter Quaw, Traditional Chief, MT, MBA, PhD International Business (in progress) will be on hand tonight to answer that very question. Traditional indigenous economics is a holistic practice that engages a whole community and provides a quality way-of-life for all its members. The essential underpinning is spiritualism that is embedded in all actions of the tribe’s members. Can we say the same for the communities we live in today? Chief Quaw holds the title of Traditional Chief of his tribe the KLheidli Dene in Prince George, BC. He has worked for indigenous organizations, non-indigenous organizations and non-profit organizations at a local, provincial, national and international level. He also has worked for the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development as an economic expert.

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The Council of Senior Citizens’ Organizations of BC (COSCO) returns to Hope Library! What is the revised Canada Food Guide?

How does that help senior’s maintain healthy eating habits?

How do you read a food label to help you make the right decisions when shopping? A COSCO volunteer will be on hand to answer your questions!

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HOPE ADULTS Tech Talk with the Digital Librarian • Hope Library Friday, Oct 10 1 pm – 3 pm Having trouble using your technology to get FVRL digital content?

Maybe that eReader just won’t let you read that book you thought you downloaded or maybe you are just beginning and need some more information to get you started. Drop in to the library with your questions and your device.

Digital Librarian to the rescue!

Friends of the Hope Library 4th Annual Quiz Night • Hope Library Friday, Nov 14 7 pm – 9 pm In 2013, “The Don Quizotes” toppled the champions, ”The Quizzards.” Who will be the winners of the prestigious Hope Highbrow Award? Funds raised by this annual event go toward programs and improvements at the Hope Library. The night is challenging, competitive and just a whole lot of fun! Tickets go on sale at the library on Tuesday, October 28. We were sold out last year so get your team together and get your tickets early! Registration required.

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KIDS Old Meets New

Little Reader’s Theatre

• Hope Library Wednesday, Dec 10 6:30 pm – 8 pm

• Hope Library Wednesdays, Sep 24, Oct 29 Nov 26 9:30 am – 9:45 am

Bring your favourite old books down to the library tonight and learn from the pro! Nat Baker of Baker’s Books will be on hand to share his experience and knowledge of old and antiquarian books and show you how to look up your books online and how to get a sense of what they may be worth. Use the library public Internet stations or bring your laptop, tablet or smartphone and connect to the WiFi.

KIDS Parent Child Mother Goose • Hope Library Sunday, Sep 14 – Monday, Nov 24 Mondays (excluding Oct 13) 10:30 am – 11:30 am Discover fun with rhymes, songs, and stories! This is an interactive program for babies 15 months and younger AND caregivers.

Mother Goose helps your baby learn speech and language skills.

Healthy snacks are provided.

Registration appreciated.

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What’s even better than a storytime with puppets? Being able to play with those puppets! This interactive preschool storytime is just the ticket for playing with literacy. Props, puppets and books are just part of the fun.

Krackle and the Stuffed Animal Sleepover • Hope Library Wednesday, Oct 29 – Thursday, Oct 30 10 am – 5 pm Bring your special stuffed friend to the library before 8 pm on October 29 for a fun sleepover with Krackle and all of our library puppets! What mischief happens in the library after hours? We don’t know! Will they recite poetry?

Climb on shelves? Or maybe they will lift some weights or jump in the pool - oh, we hope not! This program is co-sponsored by Hope Recreation, Culture and Airpark Services. Stuffies will be well taken care of, and fed and watered as required. Pick up time is Thursday, October 30 after 3:30 p.m.

Registration appreciated.

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As a member of the library, you have access to a number of great resources. Here are just a few: FLOATING COLLECTION Access over 1.3 million items, including DVDs, CDs, print titles and more!

FVRL’s “floating collection” allows you to request items from around the system and have them delivered to any location for free.

DIGITAL CONTENT Enjoy 24/7 remote access to digital content that offer quality webbased information and resources.

WORLD LANGUAGES Access a collection of 42,000 items containing 14 different languages, including adult and children’s materials.

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INFORMATION SERVICES Find the information you need with the help of FVRL’s friendly information services staff. Use our online instant-chat Just Ask service or visit your library for in-person help.

EBOOKS AND AUDIOBOOKS Load up your portable devices by downloading best-selling novels, classics, language tutorials, children’s books and more, 24/7 for free!

ADULT LEARNERS We offer free adult learning materials (ADL Collection) and programs. Our friendly staff can also refer you to local literacy education programs, including one-on-one tutoring.

SOCIAL CATALOGUE

HOMEWORK TUTORS

Using the catalogue is now an interactive experience. Searching capabilities are more robust, and you can tag, comment, rate and review your library materials.

“Live” online tutoring is available to students in Grades 6 to 12 in the subjects of math, science and social studies via the Programs & Services tab on the FVRL website.

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YOUR LIBRARY CARD As an FVRL cardholder, you can have up to 60 of your favourite materials checked out on your account at any time. Most items will be checked out to you for three weeks; some higher demand materials may be checked out for two weeks. All of FVRL’s Best Seller Express items have a seven-day loan period.

Borrowing is always free.

Just remember to return materials on time to avoid late charges. Check your borrowing slip for due dates. Items may be returned to any public library in British Columbia.

Not done with your items?

Most items can be renewed up to three times. Exceptions include high-demand items, items that other customers have requested and items on loan from libraries outside of the FVRL system.

Renew your materials online through your account, by phone or in-person.

Manage your FVRL account.

Visit at www.fvrl.ca to check due dates, see fines and fees, change your PIN, renew items, place holds and more.

See current account policies on our website, including how to get a library card, fines and fee schedule and account blocks.

Children’s Cards (Ages 0–12)

Adult Cards (Ages 13+)

Fines-Free*

$0.10/item/day

Fines-Free*

$0.10/item/day

Children’s Materials

Young Adult Materials

BOOKS

Adult

MAGAZINES AUDIOBOOKS DVDS/BLU-RAYS/ MUSIC CDS

$0.35/item/day

BOOKS

BestSeller Express

DVDS/BLU-RAYS

$1/item/day

BOOKS

MAGAZINES AUDIOBOOKS DVDS/BLU-RAYS/ MUSIC CDS

$0.35/item/day

BOOKS

DVDS/BLU-RAYS

$1/item/day

* Children’s materials borrowed on children’s card are fines-free, but please note: Extremely late items will be considered lost and the replacement cost will be billed to the account along with a non-refundable $5 administration fee for each item.

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fvrl by the numbers

2,948,018

— the number of in-person visits made to FVRL’s 25 locations in 2013

Access All BC Public Libraries Your FVRL card opens doors to public libraries wherever you travel in British Columbia! FVRL participates in the BC OneCard service, which offers BC residents free access to public library materials and services throughout the province. Learn more about the BC OneCard, including how to get one at www.bclibraries.ca.

7,421,159

— the number of materials borrowed from FVRL in 2013

6,856

— the number of programs offered

by FVRL in 2013

Let Us Remind You! Give us your email address and we’ll remind you when your library materials are due — three days in advance! We’ll also let you know when your requests are ready for pick-up.

Ask the friendly staff at your favourite FVRL location to add an email address to your account. Alternately, you can add your email by visiting www.fvrl.ca, logging into your account and editing your account settings.

202,469

— the number of program attendees in 2013

Connect with FVRL Have library news and program listings sent directly to your email inbox! Visit www.fvrl.ca and click on “Subscribe e-Newsletter” to sign up for our monthly e-Newsletter. You can also interact with us on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Google+, Pinterest, LinkedIn

FVRL does not rent, lease or sell personal contact information, including email.

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A PROUD LEGACY Established in 1930, FVRL is the largest public library system in BC. Serving almost 700,000 people through 25 community libraries, FVRL is a hub for community connections and culture.

With a mission “to connect people to the world of information and ideas,” FVRL plays a prominent role in communities throughout the Fraser Valley.

Customers have free access to over 1.3 million items, including 24/7 online access to eBooks and digital content. Knowledgeable staff deliver information and referral services, while programming and events reflect community priorities and interests.

Governed by a board of directors, FVRL is financially supported by its member municipalities. A unique funding formula and cost saving partnerships, including centralized administrative and programming services help keep operating expenses low.

GIVE BACK TO THE LIBRARY Libraries grow when communities and individuals come together.

Your local library relies both on public funding and individual donations to provide the programs and services you enjoy.

FVRL is a registered charity that depends on support from generous individuals like you. Private donations do not replace the library’s core funding — instead they enhance the programs and services the library provides. By donating to FVRL, you can make a difference in your community. When you contribute, 100 per cent of your donation goes to library programs and services — not administration costs. You will receive a tax receipt for any donation of $10 or more.

To learn more about FVRL’s monthly giving program or to make a donation, please visit us online at www.fvrl.ca/donate.php at your library or by calling 1-888-668-4141 (ext. 7005).

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THE LANGLEYS ALDERGROVE LIBRARY

FORT LANGLEY LIBRARY

26770 29 Avenue Aldergrove, bc v4w 3b8 Phone 604-856-6415

Box 312, 9167 Glover Road Fort Langley, bc v1m 2r6 Phone 604-888-0722

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

10 – 9 10 – 9 10 – 9 10 – 9 10 – 5 10 – 5

Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

MURRAYVILLE LIBRARY Unit 100 – 22071 48 Avenue Langley, bc v3a 3n1 Phone 604-533-0339

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20045 40 Avenue Langley, bc v3a 2w2 Phone 604-534-7055

Township of Langley Civic Facility 130 – 20338 65 Avenue Langley, bc v2y 2x3 Phone 604-532-3590

Walnut Grove Community Centre 8889 Walnut Grove Drive Langley, bc v1m 2n7 Phone 604-882-0410

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THE LANGLEYS EVERYONE Close Knit Langley

LEGO® Fun at the Library

• City of Langley Library Tuesdays 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm

• City of Langley Library Fourth Monday of the month 4 pm – 5:30 pm

Join knitters of all ages and abilities at the City of Langley Library for our warm and welcoming drop in knitting circle. Children and beginners are welcome. Knitting is fun, relaxing and a great way to connect across the generations.

The circle offers opportunities to donate completed projects to local organizations in need.

Calling all LEGO® lovers to share their skills and have fun together!

We have the LEGO®; you bring your imagination and build whatever you want. Your dream creations will be displayed at the library. Registration appreciated.

Fort Langley Seed Exchange

• Fort Langley Library Friday, Sep 26 – Saturday, Sep 27 1 pm – 4 pm

• Fort Langley Library Tuesday, Sep 2 – Friday, Oct 31 Donate your left over garden seeds to the seed library! Did you know the Fort Langley Library has a seed exchange? If you’re an avid gardener, have grown your own seeds, or if you just have some extra commercial seed left over from this year’s gardening season, donate them to the seed library!

You are also welcome to take seeds that others have left.

Yarn Bombing, Tea, and Pom Pom Making

Visit the Fort Langley Library to enjoy a little display of yarn bombing. What is yarn bombing you ask? Why knitting graffiti of course! All lovingly crafted by the Fort Langley Knitting Circle, that meets weekly at the library. Pom Pom Making: September 26 from 1 pm – 4 pm. Yarn Bomb Display: September 26 & 27.

Homeschoolers @ The Library • Walnut Grove Library Wednesday, Sep 17 2 pm – 3 pm Looking for homeschooling resource ideas as the new school year begins? Come find out how the library can support home schooling. Explore FVRL’s digital content, tour the library, and connect with other homeschoolers. Registration required.

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Artist in Residence and Gallery Display Kim Ginther Bonneteau Mixed Media Artist • Fort Langley Library Saturday, Sep 27 11 am – 1 pm Fort Langley Library celebrates Cultures Days by welcoming mixed media artist, Kim Ginther Bonneteau! The artist’s canvases will be on display at the library for the month of September and Kim will demonstrate how she applies her artist techniques to create her pieces. Each piece starts with and idea, and develops layer by layer. She uses paint, paper, found objects, glue, wax, pastels, and pencil crayon. Sanding, scratching, gouging, and stitching all add to the texture and personality of each piece. Kim lives in Mission, B.C. Her artwork is also available for purchase.

eBooks and More • Walnut Grove Library Thursday, Oct 23 7 pm – 8:30 pm Learn how to select and download free eBooks, audiobooks, and magazines from the library to your computer, eReader or other devices. Bring your eReader or device (if you have one) and your questions. Registration required.

All programs are drop-in and free of charge unless otherwise noted.

Call or visit your library to sign up for registered programs.

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THE LANGLEYS EVERYONE Diwali (Festival of Lights) • Muriel Arnason Library Saturday, Oct 18 1 pm – 3 pm Join Muriel Arnason library and the Township of Langley as we celebrate our 11th annual Diwali - Festival of Lights. Everyone is cordially invited to experience a wonderful diversity of culture through face painting, crafts, Mehndi, sari wrapping, dance, music, and food in a festive atmosphere. Refreshments will be served while quantities last.

Canoe Crossings • City of Langley Library Saturday, Oct 25 2 pm – 3 pm

ADULTS Author and Illustrator Visit Jane Watt and Richard Cole • Fort Langley Library Wednesday, Nov 5 – 1:30 pm – 2:15 pm Join local celebrated author, Jane Watt, and painter/book designer Richard Cole as they read from their debut children’s book, The Boy Who Paints, a beautifully created story about a boy who derives his creative inspiration to paint from the everyday objects and landscape around him. Also, as a special treat the author illustrator team will share the sequel to The Boy Who Paints - The Girl Who Writes. Registration required.

Christmas Cheer

• Fort Langley Library Wednesday, Nov 19 7 pm – 8 pm

• Muriel Arnason Library Thursday, Dec 11 3 pm – 5 pm

Join author Sanford Osler for a fascinating look at the ancient and seemingly simple watercraft that helped shape British Columbia.

Sanford has been involved with canoes from childhood and has paddled in virtually all the types of craft covered in his new book, Canoe Crossings.

He’ll share beautiful images and other highlights from his book, including stories about colourful local canoeing characters. Canoe Crossings will appeal to anyone who has ever sought adventure, found solace, or seen beauty in a canoe. Registration appreciated.

Enjoy hot chocolate and cookies while you listen to seasonal music from the library’s collection. Enter a Christmas book draw.

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Knitting Circle • Murrayville Library Tuesday, Sep 2 – Tuesday, Dec 30 Tuesdays 10:30 am – 11:30 am Pack up your yarn project and head to the library! Spend some time with other knitters who love to share ideas, techniques and conversation.

Get Connected @ Your Library • Fort Langley Library Wednesdays, Sep 3, 10, 17 12:30 pm – 1 pm Need a little help with learning how to browse the Internet, set up an email, or download an eBook from the library website? Book a half-hour session with library staff that will help guide you through the process, and answer your questions! Registration appreciated.

Fort Langley Knitting Circle • Fort Langley Library Wednesdays 1 pm – 4 pm Bring your knitting to the library and enjoy the companionship of working with others on your project. Beginners welcome.

(Please note that meeting dates may change from time to time, please contact the library for updates.)

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THE LANGLEYS ADULTS Art Club • Murrayville Library First and third Saturday of the month 2 pm – 4 pm Bring your art supplies and join this friendly group of artists to work on your own art project. All levels welcome. Coffee supplied.

Registration required.

Internet Training • Walnut Grove Library Tuesdays 9 am – 10 am The Walnut Grove Library offers free training to those totally new to the Internet, or those who have had some practice and feel ready to take the next step. Each session is comprised of 4 classes. For more information please call 604882-0410. Registration required.

Internet Training • Muriel Arnason Library Thursdays, Sep 11 – 25, Oct 2 – 30 Nov 6 – 27 9:45 am – 10:45 am Are you new to computers? Do you know the basics, but want to learn how to use the Internet or email? We offer free oneon-one help to get you started.

Registration required.

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LANGLEY AREA BOOK CLUBS Do you enjoy reading and talking about books? Meet fellow book lovers and discuss a selected title over refreshments. Call or visit the library to learn which book is being discussed this month.

Copies of the current month’s book are available at the library.

Registration required.

Aldergrove Library Book Club

Last Monday of the month 2 pm – 3 pm

Brookswood Library Book Club

Third Tuesday of the month 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

City of Langley Book Club

Third Tuesday of the month 2 pm – 3 pm

Fort Langley Library Book Club

Fourth Wednesday of the month 3 pm – 4 pm

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Muriel Arnason Library Book Club Fourth Wednesday of the month 7 pm – 8:30 pm (excluding December)

Murrayville Library Classics Book Club

First Wednesday of the month 7 pm – 8:30 pm

Murrayville Library Book Club

Last Wednesday of the month 7 pm – 8:30 pm

Murrayville Library Non-Fiction Book Club Second Friday of the month 2 pm – 3 pm

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THE LANGLEYS ADULTS Friends of the Library • City of Langley Library Third Tuesday of the month 1 pm – 2 pm Join our dedicated group of volunteers for a chance to give back to your library and your community through advocacy and fundraising.

Venice: ‘City of Water’ • Muriel Arnason Library Wednesday, Sep 17 7 pm – 8 pm Some call it the most romantic city in Europe, others the most historical. Either way, Venice is a captivating city to visit. Join Langley photographer John Gordon, winner of both provincial and national photography awards, for a photographic journey to this fabled city. Registration required.

Conversation Circle • Walnut Grove Library Thursdays, Sep 18 – 25, Oct 2 – 30, Nov 6 – 27 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm Practice your English at the library.

Improve your conversation skills, learn about library resources to help learn English, and meet new friends.

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Getting Boys to Read and Achieve

Canada Pension Plan and Old Age Security

• Walnut Grove Library Thursday, Sep 18 7 pm – 8 pm

• Brookswood Library Thursday, Oct 9 2 pm – 3:30 pm

Join Pam Withers, author of Jump-Starting Boys: Help Your Reluctant Learner Find Success in School and Life, to learn about why boys often struggle more than girls in school. Also find out about ways to connect boys with reading and to achieve greater success in school. Registration required.

• Fort Langley Library Wednesday, Oct 15 2 pm – 3:30 pm

Gardening Club

Join a Citizens Services Specialist from Service Canada to discover the many benefits available under each program. You will hear about Survivor/Death Benefits, Canada Pension Disability Benefits, Guaranteed Income Supplement Allowance, and Allowance for the Survivor. You will also learn about eligibility, when to apply, how to access, required documentation, and who to contact for help.

Registration appreciated.

• Murrayville Library Fouth Thursday of the month (excluding Dec 25) 7 pm – 8:30 pm Come to the library and meet fellow gardeners in your neighbourhood. Learn about a new gardening topic at each meeting, and share your own tips with the group. Registration required.

Monthly Art Critiques • City of Langley Library Monday, Sep 29 – Monday, Nov 24 Last Monday of the month 7 pm – 9 pm Are you developing your talents as an artist? Bring a piece of your art to be discussed and interpreted by your fellow participants, as well as by an experienced artist facilitator. Please call ahead to confirm the event.

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• Walnut Grove Library Tuesday, Oct 21 2 pm – 3:30 pm • City of Langley Library Wednesday, Oct 29 2 pm – 3:30 pm

An Alternative Approach to Healthier Living • City of Langley Library Saturday, Oct 18 2 pm – 3 pm Join Georgina Monteith for a free introduction to essential oils!

Learn what they are, how to use them and why quality matters.

Discover nine everyday oils that help with stress, headaches, pain, insomnia, colds and much more.

Registration appreciated.

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THE LANGLEYS ADULTS Prenatal Breastfeeding Classes for Expectant Mothers • City of Langley Library Thursday, Oct 23 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm Learn breastfeeding basics and techniques to increase success!

Helpful advice and information will be given by skilled nurses.

To register, please call Langley Public Health at 604-539-2900.

Registration required.

Should I Stay, Should I Go? • City of Langley Library Saturday, Nov 1 2 pm – 3 pm Patricia Cruz, Home Care Manager from Senior Link, will discuss a list of challenges and benefits for seniors when faced with making a decision to move to an extended care facility. This information will be very useful for someone who is seriously considering moving to a nursing home or for those who are considering moving their parents to a nursing home. Registration appreciated.

Get Connected @ Your Library

Home Care for Low-Income Seniors

• Fort Langley Library Tuesdays, Nov 4 – 25 (excluding Nov 11) 12:30 pm – 1 pm

• City of Langley Library Saturday, Nov 15 2 pm – 3 pm

Need a little help with learning how to browse the Internet, set up an email, or download an eBook from the library website? Book a half–hour session with library staff, that will help guide you through the process, and answer your questions. Registration required.

Parenting Your Parent • City of Langley Library Saturday, Nov 8 2 pm – 3 pm Patricia Cruz, Home Care Manager from Senior Link, will provide a different perspective for looking after older parents.

She will introduce and explain the different approaches adult children can take when dealing with the challenge of senior parents who want to remain independent but are unable to remain at home on their own.

Registration appreciated.

Patricia Cruz, Home Care Manager from Senior Link, will help you discover what free home care services and government funding available to all seniors who cannot afford private services.

Registration appreciated.

Improve Your Health with Reflexology • Muriel Arnason Library Wednesday, Nov 19 7 pm – 8:30 pm Therapeutic reflexology promotes self-healing powers in the body and helps to release stress, reduce muscle tension and relieve pain as well as providing balance and improving the body’s natural functions. Find out more about reflexology from Certified Reflexology Therapist Heike Walker, and take away some selfhelp tips! Registration required.

Discover Your Ancestors • Walnut Grove Library Thursday, Nov 27 7 pm – 8:30 pm Interested in your family history?

Need help uncovering your ancestors’ stories? Come and learn how to find genealogy information using the Ancestry Library Edition database. Registration required.

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THE LANGLEYS TEENS Teen Book Chat • Aldergrove Library Third Thursday of the month 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm Have you read a good book - or a horrible one? Want to talk about it? Looking for more great reads? Bring one or more of your favourite books, grab a snack and let’s chat! For teens in Grades 6 to 8. Registration required.

Volunteer as a reading buddy to a child in Grades K to 3 to help them improve their reading skills. Show your buddy how cool reading is! This is a great opportunity to gain volunteer hours for your community work experience requirement and will look awesome on your resume. Teens in Grades 10 to 12 may pick up an application form at the information desk of one of the participating libraries. Application forms available September 2.

Aldergrove Library Thursdays, Oct 2 – Dec 18 3:30 – 4:30 pm

KIDS Pyjama Storytime • Muriel Arnason Library Wednesdays, Sep 3, Oct 1, Nov 5 7 pm – 7:30 pm • Aldergrove Library Mondays, Sep 15, Oct 6, Nov 10, Dec 8 6:30 pm – 7pm Tuck into a story! Children and caregivers will be entertained with stories, songs, rhymes, and more. Kids are encouraged to wear their pyjamas and bring their favourite stuffie. Storytime prepares children to learn to read.

Registration required.

School Agers’ Book Club • Aldergrove Library First Thursday of the month 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm Each month kids in Grades 3 to 6 can join us to explore a great read.

Sessions will consist of a book discussion, fun activities related to the book’s theme, time exploring new titles, and enjoying snacks.

Registration required.

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READING BUDDIES - TEEN VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

City of Langley Library Tuesdays, Oct 7 – Dec 16 3:30 – 4:30 pm Thursdays, Oct 2 – Dec 18 6:30 – 7:30 pm

Walnut Grove Library Wednesdays, Oct 1 – Dec 17 4 – 5 pm

Sign, Sing and Play • City of Langley Library Saturdays, Sep 13 – 27, Oct 4 10:30 am – 11:15 am Bring your baby, ages 6 months to 2.5 years, and join us for a four week session of Sign, Say and Play! These classes are an excellent way to practice signing.

Once a week we will get together, sing songs, read, dance, and learn new signs. You will get encouragement, instruction and one on one support from a qualified instructor in order to keep signing and make sure you have the right approach.

Come on out, socialize, have fun, and learn some signs! Registration required.

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THE LANGLEYS KIDS Storytime Introduce kids to the love of books and language with Storytime! Children and caregivers will enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes and more. Storytime prepares children to learn to read.

• City of Langley Library Fridays, Sep 5 – Dec 19 10:30 am – 11 am • Murrayville Library Wednesdays, Sep 17 – Oct 15, Nov 5 – Dec 3 10:30 am – 11 am Registration required.

• Brookswood Library Wednesdays, Sep 17 – Oct 15 Nov 5 – Dec 10 10:30 am – 11 am

• Aldergrove Library Wednesdays, Sep 24 – Oct 22, Nov 19 – Dec 17 10:30 am – 11 am Registration appreciated.

• Walnut Grove Library Thursdays, Oct 2 – 23, Nov 27 – Dec 18 11:30 am – 12 pm Registration appreciated.

• Muriel Arnason Library Tuesdays, Sep 9 – Oct 7, Nov 18 – Dec 2 10:45 am – 11:15 am Registration required.

• Fort Langley Library Thursdays, Oct 2 – Oct 23, Nov 27 – Dec 18 10 am – 10:30 am Registration appreciated.

Babytime Make language fun! Start early with Babytime. Help your baby develop speech and language skills — enjoy bouncing, singing and rhyming with stories. Babytime is a fun, social bonding activity for babies AND caregivers. Registration required.

• Muriel Arnason Library Tuesdays, Oct 21 – 28, Nov 4 9:30 am – 10 am

• Walnut Grove Library Wednesdays, Sep 3 – 24, Oct 29 – Nov 19 9:30 am – 10 am Thursdays, Sep 4 – 25, Oct 30 – Nov 20 9:30 am – 10 am

• Fort Langley Library Fridays, Sep 19 – 26, Oct 24 – 31 Nov 7 – 14, Dec 5 – 19 9:30 am – 10 am • Aldergrove Library Wednesday, Sep 17 10:30 am – 11 am • Brookswood Library Wednesdays, Sep 3 – 10 10:30 am – 11 am • Murrayville Library Thursdays, Oct 2 – 23 10:30 am – 11 am

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THE LANGLEYS KIDS Mini Book Club • Aldergrove Library Mondays, Sep 22, Oct 20, Nov 17, Dec 15 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm Kids in Grades K to 3 are invited to Mini Book Club. It will be an exciting time discussing the books we plan to read, as well as drawing favourite characters met in the stories. By discussing a book they have recently enjoyed, each child can encourage others in their reading and expression of ideas.

Registration required.

Yoga for Kids • Murrayville Library Saturday, Sep 27 1:30 pm – 2 pm (Ages 3 – 4) 2:15 pm – 3 pm (Ages 5 – 8) 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm (Ages 9 – 12) Come play yoga! Children are invited to enjoy a children’s yoga and creative movement class with a certified Children’s Yoga teacher.

This fun class includes childfriendly breathing techniques, a musical warm-up, creative yoga poses and ends with a peaceful guided relaxation. Participants should wear loose comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle.

Registration required.

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READING BUDDIES Parents, if you have a child in Kindergarten to Grade 3 who would like to be a better reader, this is a great way to get extra reading practice! Your child will have a chance to read with one of our teen volunteers. Please visit participating libraries to fill out an application form or for more information. Application forms available September 2.

Aldergrove Library Thursdays, Oct 2 – Dec 18 3:30 – 4:30 pm

City of Langley Library Tuesdays, Oct 2 – Dec 18 3:30 – 4:30 pm Thursdays, Oct 7 – Dec 16 6:30 – 7:30 pm

Walnut Grove Library Wednesdays, Oct 1 – Dec 17 4 – 5 pm

Thanksgiving Storytime & Craft • Brookswood Library Wednesday, Oct 8 11 am – 11:30 am Introduce kids to the love of books and language with a special Thanksgiving Storytime and craft.

Children and caregivers will enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and more. Storytime prepares children to learn to read.

Registration required.

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Remembrance Day Craft • Brookswood Library Wednesday, Nov 5 11 am – 11:30 am Join us in remembering those who have served our country.

Make a special craft to remember our heroes and help celebrate this important date in Canadian history.

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THE LANGLEYS KIDS Christmas Pyjama Storytime

Christmas Storytime & Craft

Santa and Mrs. Claus at the Library

• Muriel Arnason Library Wednesday, Dec 3 7 pm – 7:30 pm

• Fort Langley Library Wednesday, Dec 10 2:30 pm – 4 pm

• Muriel Arnason Library Date and Time: TBA

Tuck into a story! Children and caregivers will be entertained with special Christmas stories, songs, rhymes, and more. Kids are encouraged to wear their pyjamas and bring their favourite stuffie.

Storytime prepares children to learn to read. Registration required.

Enjoy a half–hour festive stories, songs, and rhymes. Then make a seasonal centerpiece to take home for the holidays! Create another centerpiece, and we will donate it to the Simpson Manor, a long term care home located in Fort Langley. Supplies provided.

Registration required.

Christmas Storytime

Christmas Puppet Show Extravaganza

• Muriel Arnason Library Tuesday, Dec 9 10:45 am – 11:15 am Introduce kids to the love of books and language with a special Christmas Storytime! Children and caregivers will enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and more.

Storytime prepares children to learn to read. Registration required.

Join us as we welcome Santa and Mrs. Santa Claus to the Muriel Arnason Library. They will read ’Twas The Night Before Christmas and sing Christmas songs. Feel free to bring your camera to take pictures of your child with Santa.

Enter a children’s Christmas book draw.

• Murrayville Library Wednesday, Dec 10 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm Join us for an afternoon of Christmas songs, stories and a puppet show. Registration required.

Christmas Storytime and Craft • Brookswood Library Wednesday, Dec 10 11 am – 11:30 am Introduce kids to the love of books and language with a special Christmas Storytime and craft!

Children and caregivers will enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and more. Storytime prepares children to learn to read.

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MAPLE RIDGE MAPLE RIDGE PUBLIC LIBRARY 130 – 22470 Dewdney Trunk Road Maple Ridge, bc v2x 5z6 Phone 604-467-7417 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

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EVERYONE Celebrate Canadian Library Month • Maple Ridge Public Library Sept 29 –Oct 3 Join library staff and volunteers as we celebrate the beginning of Canadian Library Month with all our valued customers. Watch for activities throughout the library designed to help you better understand and access all that the library can offer.

CreAtrium Collaborative Art Project

* Sunday hours during School District 42 school year only

• Maple Ridge Public Library Saturday, Sep 27 11 am – 3 pm

How to Write a Novel in a Month

Come Write In: National Novel Writing Month

• Maple Ridge Public Library Friday, Oct 24 7 pm – 8 pm

• Maple Ridge Public Library Fridays, Nov 7 – Dec 5 6 pm – 8:30 pm

Do you have a novel in your head you can’t find the time to write? It sounds crazy, but thousands of people around the world write a novel in a month every November. Join us to learn about National Novel Writing Month, the writing process, how you can get started, and what supports are out there to help you fill those pages.

November is National Novel Writing Month! To assist our local writers working on this daunting task, we are hosting a Come Write In every Friday evening in November to provide space for like-minded writers to ply their trade together. Come meet other writers and enjoy the motivating effects of shared suffering peer alignment!

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Each year the Teen Advisory Group creates an art installation to suspend in the library atrium.

In 2014 we are inviting the whole community to participate in the launch of this project. Learn about the design and make a piece of art to contribute to the final installation. Can’t make the launch? There will be opportunities to participate throughout the fall. Watch for details and maker stations. All ages welcome.

Customer Appreciation Day • Maple Ridge Public Library Friday, Oct 3 11 am – 1 pm We wrap up our week-long celebration of libraries by thanking you — our valued customers.

Join library staff and volunteers for cake, coffee, and some fun activities to help us learn what you want in a library.

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The Doctor Lands at the Library

Homeschooler’s Tea

• Maple Ridge Public Library Saturday, Oct 25 11 am – 3 pm Grab your sonic screwdriver and run to the Maple Ridge Public Library to celebrate the return of The Doctor. Create fun crafts and colourful creations of your favourite characters, and show us your Whovian love with your best Dr. Who poses in our themed photo booth. If you want to dress up, we’d love to see it. All ages welcome!

Festival of Lights • Maple Ridge Public Library Saturday, Nov 8 1 pm – 3 pm Diwali is one of the most vibrant events on the Indian calendar. Join the library, the Family Education and Support Centre, and Interfaith Building Bridges to learn about the customs of this joyous day.

Enjoy classic dance performances, taste Indian food and much more.

Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale • Maple Ridge Public Library Thursday, Nov 13, 5 pm – 8:30 pm Friday, Nov 14, 10 am – 8:30 pm Saturday Nov 15, 10 am – 3 pm

• Maple Ridge Public Library Wednesday, Sep 24 3 pm – 4 pm You’re invited to a tea party! Sip and snack while we introduce the services and resources we offer to those who teach and learn at home. Let us know how we can better assist your educational endeavors. For all home-schooled children and teens and their parents and teachers. Register beginning September 2.

Canoe Crossings • Maple Ridge Public Library Saturday, Nov 22 2 pm – 3 pm Join author Sanford Osler for a fascinating look at the ancient and seemingly simple watercraft that helped shape British Columbia.

Sanford has been involved with canoes from childhood and has paddled in virtually all the types of craft covered in his new book, Canoe Crossings. He’ll share beautiful images and other highlights from his book, including stories about colourful local canoeing characters. Canoe Crossings will appeal to anyone who has ever sought adventure, found solace, or seen beauty in a canoe.

Readers of all ages are sure to find books to please both taste and budget! Enjoy the longer autumn nights curled up with your book sale finds and your favourite warm beverage, all while supporting your library at the same time!

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Book a Librarian • Maple Ridge Public Library By appointment Need help? Then book a librarian! Whether you’re learning to use your new eReader, researching a new business, setting up an email account, or looking for that next great read – we’re up for the job. Stop by the information desk on the main floor to book your half-hour personalized appointment with a trained information staff member.

World Films • Maple Ridge Public Library Tuesdays, Oct 7 – Nov 4 6 pm – 8:30 pm Bring your friends and spend a relaxing evening at the library with a must-see world film. Friends of the Library will sell refreshments at intermission. Please contact the main floor information desk to ask for a schedule. Admission is free.

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Drop-in Computer Help • Maple Ridge Public Library Mondays, Sep 8 – Dec 8 2 pm – 3 pm If you already know how to use a computer, but have a few questions, need some practice, want to fill in the gaps in your knowledge, or get help with your new eReader or tablet, drop in and benefit from library staff expertise.

eReaders and Tablets • Maple Ridge Public Library Wednesday, Nov 26 7 pm – 8 pm Are you overwhelmed by the variety of eReaders and tablets available or confused about which ones work with the library? Then this information session is for you! Stop by the library to learn what devices are compatible with your local library.

MANY CANDLES: INTERFAITH DIALOGUE SERIES Community members from diverse religious and spiritual backgrounds gather to discuss topics that matter. Each presentation will be followed by an opportunity for dialogue and audience participation. Come with an open mind and an open heart!

• Maple Ridge Public Library Tuesday, Sep 9, 7 pm – 8 pm Register beginning Aug 18 Tuesday, Nov 4, 7 pm – 8 pm Register beginning Oct 14 Tuesday, Dec 2, 7 pm – 8 pm Register beginning Nov 10 • Ridge Meadows Senior Centre Tuesday, Oct 7, 3:30 pm – 5 pm Register beginning Sept 15 Do all the new hand-held tech toys confuse you? Bring those gadgets (cell phones, cameras, eReaders, laptops, etc.) and let the technically gifted members of the library’s Teen Advisory Group explain how they work and what they do.

Understanding Justice • Maple Ridge Public Library Wednesday, Oct 8 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm In this session you will learn about the justice beliefs of different faith traditions and why working towards peace can lead to a greater sense of fulfillment.

Globalized Soul

Sacred Texts 101

• Maple Ridge Public Library Wednesday, Sep 10 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

• Maple Ridge Public Library Wednesday, Dec 3 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

This evening’s film provides a mystic tour through the ancient longing of humanity for peace and celebrates the colorful diversity of the Spirit of the Earth and the common heart we share.

Participate in an evening of conversation with representatives from different beliefs to explore the diversity of the sacred texts of the world’s living religious traditions.

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Canada Pension Plan and Old Age Security

Teen Advisory Group (TAG)

• Maple Ridge Public Library Wednesday, Oct 22 2 pm – 3:30 pm Join a Citizens Services Specialist from Service Canada to discover the many benefits available under each program. You will hear about Survivor/Death Benefits, Canada Pension Disability Benefits, Guaranteed Income Supplement Allowance, and Allowance for the Survivor. You will also learn about eligibility, when to apply, how to access, required documentation, and who to contact for help.

Registration appreciated.

• Maple Ridge Public Library Wednesdays, Sep 17, Oct 15, Nov 19 7 pm – 8:30 pm Have some input into what happens at the library this year, and earn volunteer work experience hours at the same time! TAG membership looks great on your resume too. Members organize programs for teens, volunteer as reading buddies and help with other library events. Refreshments provided. Ask for a TAG application form at the second floor information desk. Registration required.

• Maple Ridge Public Library Saturday, Oct 4 1:30 pm – 3 pm

Imagine Iceland • Maple Ridge Public Library Wednesday, Nov 12 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm Join photographers Steve Pelton, Jim Cammozi, and Kim Kamstra as they recount their 19 days of travel through the breathtaking landscape of Iceland in 2012. The travelers will share stories of their adventures, along with their own unique perceptions of this remote land of contrasts as captured by their camera lenses.

Adult Evening Christmas Celebration • Maple Ridge Public Library Wednesday, Dec 10 7 pm – 8:30 pm Join the Silvertones and other special guests for our traditional evening of Christmas stories, songs and celebration.

Refreshments will be served.

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Student Job Search Workshops • WorkBC: 170-22470 Dewdney Trunk Road Tuesday, Sep 23, 1 pm – 3 pm Friday, Oct 24, 1 pm – 3 pm Monday, Nov 10, 1 pm – 3 pm Your resume and cover letter are your sales brochure. These workshops, presented by the WorkBC Employment Services Centre and the library, will help you with your job search and to create a resume and cover letter that employers will notice. For students aged 15 to 30. Space is limited. To register, please call the library or visit the information desk. Registration required.

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Brush up on those drawing skills!

From comics to portraits to landscapes, artist Carla Dearman will present a workshop full of sketching tips, tricks and treats.

Registration required.

Reading Buddy Teen Volunteers This program matches teens with children from Grades 1 to 3 for reading practice each week. Teen mentors earn volunteer work experience hours and have a chance to show a child how great reading really is! Pick up an application at the second floor information desk.

September – December 2014

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MAPLE RIDGE KIDS Babytime

Baby Play Date

• Maple Ridge Public Library Mondays, Sep 8 – Nov 24 (excluding Oct 13) 10:15 am – 10:45 am

• Maple Ridge Public Library Wednesday, Oct 15 10:30 am – 12 pm

Make language fun! Start early with Babytime. Help your baby develop speech and language skills — enjoy bouncing, singing and rhyming with stories.

Babytime is a fun, social bonding activity for babies AND caregivers.

Storytime • Maple Ridge Public Library Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays Sep 9 – Dec 5 (excluding Sep 12, Nov 11) 10:15 am – 10:45 am Introduce kids to the love of books and language with Storytime!

Children and caregivers will enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and more. Storytime prepares children to learn to read.

Reading Buddies • Maple Ridge Public Library Mondays, Sep 29 – Nov 24 (exluding Oct 13) 3:30 pm – 4:15 pm The Reading Buddies program pairs children in Grades 1 to 3 with high school students for 45 minutes of reading practice each week. Partners meet on Mondays after school. Register beginning September 1.

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This hands-on-event will teach parents and caregivers how to play with your baby or toddler and encourage early literacy at the same time. Discover how to use inexpensive everyday items for creative, interactive play. Come to play and go away with ideas to try at home. This program is best suited for babies and toddlers who are under two years old.

The Great Egg Drop • Maple Ridge Public Library Friday, Oct 24 3 pm – 4:30 pm In honor of National Science and Technology week, we challenge you to put your scientific engineering skills to the test.

Create a container to protect an egg for a 25 foot drop, and then test your invention in the foyer of the library! All materials supplied.

For kids in Grades 3 to 7. Register beginning September 16.

Halloween Franken-Toy Workshop • Maple Ridge Public Library Wednesday, Oct 29 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm Create your very own Franken-Toy at our first toy-hacking event. We will take apart old toys and stick them together into something new. Bring your own old toys, or use ours. For ages 8 and up.

Register beginning October 1.

Holiday Crafts Workshop • Maple Ridge Public Library Friday, Nov 28 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm Time to get ready for the holidays!

Drop by the library to make cool crafts to decorate your home and share with friends. For school aged children.

Christmas Movie • Maple Ridge Public Library Wednesday, Dec 3 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm Looking for something to do with the whole family? Join us at the library for our afternoon showing of Arthur Christmas. Rated PG. All ages welcome.

NIGHT TIME TALES Halloween Magic

Christmas Countdown

• Maple Ridge Public Library Thursday, Oct 22, 6:45 pm – 7:15 pm

• Maple Ridge Public Library Thursday, Dec 11, 6:45 pm – 7:15 pm

Calling all witches, fairies, ghosts, pirates and everyone else!

Come in for an exciting evening of puppets, books, songs and rhymes.

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, so come and join us for an evening of holiday songs, rhymes, stories and a special Christmas puppet show.

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MISSION MISSION LIBRARY 33247 Second Avenue Mission, bc v2v 1j9 Phone 604-826-6610 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

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EVERYONE Family Games Night

Tap your feet with Boris

• Mission Library Thursdays 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm

• Mission Library Friday, Sep 26 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm

Do you love board games? Join us for fun times at Family Games Night - now every Thursday!

From chess and backgammon, to Trouble and giant snakes and ladders, there’s something for everyone. Games provided!

Celebrate Culture Days with Boris Sichon! Join Boris and his amazing collection of instruments in an energetic drum circle.

Explore different styles of music and find a rhythm that gets your feet tapping! Boris Sichon is a musician, dancer, singer and actor who has performed in over 40 different countries. And don’t miss out on other Mission Culture Days celebrations - visit culturedays.ca for more information.

La Vida Local • Mission Library Saturday, Sep 20 9 am – 1 pm Do you believe in healthy food for everyone? Come to the Mission City Farmers Market and learn about food security and what it means for our community. There will be information on food related initiatives in Mission, cooking demonstrations, storytelling, craft-making and more. Plus the usual fresh local produce, eggs, honey, baking, preserves and crafts are available for purchase.

More information can be found at www.missioncityfarmersmarket.com

Fall Book Sale • Mission Library Friday, Oct 3 10 am – 4:30 pm Saturday, Oct 4 10 am – 4 pm Come buy some gently loved library materials. Sponsored by Mission Friends of the Library.

Celebration of Lights • Mission Library Tuesday, Oct 21 5 pm – 9 pm

Book a Librarian • Mission Library By appointment Got questions? We’ve got answers. For help with research, computers, and much, much more book a one-on-one appointment with a trained information staff member. Whether it’s setting up your eReader, choosing your next book to read, or navigating our databases, we’ll help you find the answer. Book your half-hour appointment at the information desk.

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A free family friendly event surrounding the common theme of light! The festival will feature performances, food sampling and activities highlighting a variety of cultures that celebrate light.

Presented in Cooperation with Mission Community Services. This program takes place at Heritage Park Secondary and Clarke Theatre.

September – December 2014

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MISSION EVERYONE 20TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION: CUSTOMER APPRECIATION DAY • Mission Library Wednesday, Oct 29 2 pm – 4:30 pm Come celebrate with us! Mission Library and Mission Community Archives are celebrating a milestone anniversary - 20 years young in their location. Join us for refreshments, cake, music activities, and a display of the Library’s and Community Archive’s history. Guided tours of the Community Archives available.

DON’T TRY THIS AT HOME: SECRETS OF A STUNTMAN • Mission Library Saturday, Nov 1 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm As a professional stuntman, Mark Antoniuk has been in car chases and gotten beat up by leading ladies more times than he can count.

Join us to learn about his experiences working in the film and television industry on everything from Supernatural and Once Upon a Time, to Formula M (Monster Truck).

ADULTS International Knitting Club • Mission Library Wednesdays 12 pm – 1:30 pm Reaching out to knitters from all cultures. Drop by for knitting with a friendly group! Beginners welcome. Presented in co-operation with Mission Community Services.

Mission Book Club • Mission Library Mondays, Sept 8, Oct 6, Nov 3, Dec 1 7 pm – 8 pm

Mission Friends of the Library Meetings • Mission Library Wednesdays, Sep 10, Oct 8, Nov 12 2 pm – 3 pm Join the Mission Friends of the Library! This volunteer organization supports the library through advocacy, fundraising and assistance with various projects and programs. Do you have a few hours a month to volunteer? Join the Friends! Meetings are held in the library meeting room.

Love talking about good books?

Join fellow readers for discussion, treats and good company.

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Tai Chi & Body Awareness • Mission Library Wednesday, Sep 17 7 pm – 8:30 pm Tai Chi is rapidly becoming more popular in the west. Many of the amazing health benefits of this ancient Chinese exercise are a direct result of developing correct body alignments and subtle internal body connections. This workshop introduces the power of Tai Chi body awareness and the healing benefits of aligning your body. Presented by Travis Crombie, a certified Tai Chi instructor and founder of the Fraser Valley Taijiquan Association.

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MISSION ADULTS Word Keepers • Mission Library Third Wednesday of the month 7 pm – 8:30 pm Join Mission’s writing group!

From the shy beginner to the more experienced writer, all are welcomed. Come and support your fellow writers!

Canada Pension Plan and Old Age Security • Mission Library Thursday, Oct 2 2 pm – 3:30 pm Join a Citizens Services Specialist from Service Canada to discover the many benefits available under each program. You will hear about Survivor/Death Benefits, Canada Pension Disability Benefits, Guaranteed Income Supplement Allowance, and Allowance for the Survivor. You will also learn about eligibility, when to apply, how to access, required documentation, and who to contact for help.

Registration appreciated.

My First Exploration of Thailand

Authors of Mission Celebration

• Mission Library Wednesday, Oct 22 7 pm – 8:30 pm

• Mission Library Wednesday, Nov 5 7 pm – 8:30 pm

“As always I’m searching for the beautiful and enchanting. As usual, finding the differences, there are always things you have in common with people from distant lands.

Among my experiences: playing with baby elephants in the ocean, visiting a fabulous 54 acre garden, spending a week in retreat with 12 Thai women.” Join Malonie Hewstan for an enchanting exploration of Thailand.

Love words? So do we! Meet local writers, amateur and pro. Brief readings, complimentary refreshments and relaxed atmosphere included! Celebrate Mission’s writers!

Quiz Night

When a malcontent Ukrainian Baba (Grandma) slings borscht, there’s mayhem in the kitchen!

Author Raisa Stone has spend a lifetime collecting outrageous stories from Stalinist and Nazi survivors, and has published them as Baba’s Kitchen: Ukrainian Soul Food. She will read from her book and discuss Ukrainian customs in character, as her fun and fearless narrator Baba. To pre-order Baba’s Kitchen: Ukrainian Soul Food for the author signing, please visit www.ukrainiansoulfood.ca.

• Mission Library Friday, Oct 24 7 pm – 9:45 pm Friends of the Library’s Annual Quiz Night. Test your knowledge and compete against others!

Space is limited! Buy your ticket early at Mission Library before they run out.

Baba’s Kitchen: Ukrainian Soul Food • Mission Library Wednesday, Nov 26 7 pm – 8:30 pm

VOLUNTEER FOR READING BUDDIES Volunteers needed to read with children. Join the Reading Buddies program to spend one hour weekly reading and playing games with a struggling reader.

We will match you with a child in Grades 1 – 4 to meet and mentor weekly during the school year. Applications forms are available at the information desk at Mission Library. You can also register by phoning 604-820-2027, or emailing Mission Literacy In Motion at cloc@literacyinmission.org.

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All programs are drop-in and free of charge unless otherwise noted.

Call or visit your library to sign up for registered programs.

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MISSION TEENS

KIDS

Manga Village • Mission Library Saturdays, Sep 20, Oct 18, Nov 8, Dec 13 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm Do you love manga and anime?

Join Mission Library’s anime club.

Make new friends, play crazy games and eat Pocky. For ages 12 to 18.

Gingerbread House Decorating • Mission Library Saturday, Dec 6 2:30 pm – 4 pm Teens ages 12 to 18 are invited to make and decorate their own gingerbread house to take home.

Register beginning November 9.

Registration required.

READING BUDDIES Are you a teen looking for volunteer hours for graduation? Do you like working with children and enjoy reading? Reading Buddies provides an opportunity to volunteer and be a mentor. Once a week “buddies” meet after school or during the weekend at the library for an hour of reading and playing games. Please visit the website www.literacyinmission.org or phone 604-820-2027 or email at cloc@literacyinmission.org.

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ARRR! PIRATES IN THE LIBRARY! Friday, Sep 19 Avast ye matey! Swashbucklers and landlubbers alike are invited to celebrate Talk Like a Pirate day at the library. Polish up your peg leg, straighten out your eye patch and drop by for a treasure hunt, pirate crafts and Jolly Roger fun. And don’t miss Pirate Storytime at 10:30 am.

SUPERHERO ACADEMY! Friday, Oct 24 Are you faster than a speeding bullet? Can you leap tall buildings? Are you a superhero in disguise? Drop by the library and test your super skills with crafts and games. Earn your Hero ID card then get ready to save the world! Don’t miss Superhero Storytime at 10:30 am.

THE WORLD OF ERIC CARLE Friday, Nov 28 Celebrate the wonderful world of Eric Carle at the library. Drop by and create beautiful tissue paper artwork using Eric Carle’s collage style. Don’t miss an Eric Carle Storytime at 10:30 am.

Family Games Night

Wiggle Time

• Mission Library Thursdays 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm

• Mission Library Wednesdays, Sep 17 – Dec 10 10:30 am – 11:30 am

Do you love board games? Join us for fun times at Family Games Night - now every Thursday!

From chess and backgammon, to Trouble and giant snakes and ladders, there’s something for everyone. Games provided!

No need to sit still here! Come introduce your toddlers to the joy of books in a fun and friendly atmosphere at the library. Your kids will enjoy interactive rhymes, songs and stories with lots of movement for half an hour, followed by half–hour of play and social time.

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MISSION KIDS Storytime

LEGO® Club

• Mission Library Fridays, Sep 19 – Dec 12 10:30 am – 11 am

• Mission Library Tuesday, Nov 4 – Tuesday, Dec 2 Tuesdays (excluding Nov 11) 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm

Introduce kids to the love of books and language with Storytime!

Children and caregivers will enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and more. Storytime prepares children to learn to read.

Bring the kids to the library and create masterpieces with the library’s LEGO® collection.

It’s Christmas time! Puppet Show • Mission Library Tuesday, Dec 9 6:45 pm – 7:30 pm Come enjoy some Christmas stories, songs, rhymes and of course, one of Mission Library’s famous puppet shows. Fun for the whole family!

Halloween Puppet Show • Mission Library Wednesday, Oct 29 6:45 pm – 7:30 pm Come to the library for some not too spooky stories, songs, rhymes, and fun for all ages puppet show.

Costumes are welcome!

READING BUDDIES Is your child a reluctant reader? Reading Buddies is a free program for Grades 1 to 4 students who live in Mission and need some help in reading. We’ll match a Big Buddy with a Little Buddy and the pair will meet once a week at the same time at the Library from September to June. Forms are available at the information desk at Mission Library, you can register by phoning 604-820-2027, or emailing Mission Literacy In Motion at cloc@ literacyinmission.org.

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PITT MEADOWS PITT MEADOWS PUBLIC LIBRARY

EVERYONE

200 – 12099 Harris Road Pitt Meadows, bc v3y 0e5 Phone 604-465-4113

Family Games Night

Culture Days Maker Space

• Pitt Meadows Library Wednesdays 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm

• Pitt Meadows Library Wednesday, Sep 24 3 pm – 6 pm

Join us for Family Games Nights!

We will have a variety of board games set up around the library for your enjoyment, or feel free to bring along a favourite to share with others.

Culture Days is a celebration of arts and culture in communities across Canada. As part of the celebration Pitt Meadows Library will be hosting a Cultural Maker Space. This after-school, self directed program will introduce you to crafts and activities from around the world. Come and be part of the celebration!

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

10 – 9 10 – 9 10 – 9 10 – 9 10 – 5 10 – 5 1 – 5 *

* Sunday hours September to June only

Trivia Night • Pitt Meadows Library Saturday, Sep 20 7 pm – 9 pm The Friends of the Library are happy to continue the tradition of an annual Trivia Night. Come by yourself or come as a team.

Limited to eight teams with a maximum of six people per team.

Prizes and refreshments are provided. Tickets are $10 each and are available at the library beginning September 5. Registration required.

Drop-In Knitting Circle • Pitt Meadows Library Monday, Sep 22 – Monday, Dec 15 Mondays (excluding Oct 13) 6 pm – 8 pm One should never knit alone. Now, you don’t have to. Bring your knitting to the library and spend some time with other knitters.

Share ideas, techniques and conversation. Beginners welcome.

Needles and simple patterns are available, but please bring your own yarn.

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ADULTS Book Club • Pitt Meadows Library Third Wednesday of the month 7 pm – 8:30 pm Do you enjoy reading and talking about books? Meet fellow book club members and discuss selected titles. Call or visit the library to learn which book is being discussed each month.

Copies of the current month’s selection are available at the library.

All programs are drop-in and free of charge unless otherwise noted.

Call or visit your library to sign up for registered programs.

September – December 2014

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PITT MEADOWS FAMILY CAREGIVER FIVE PART SERIES Are you caring for a person with dementia or Alzheimers? Join Pitt Meadows Library and the Alzheimer’s Society for a five part series.

Learn more about Alzheimer’s disease and dementia and its impact on caregivers and families. Learn about coping strategies and how early planning can help lessen the effect.

Register for all five workshops Space is limited, please call Kim or Lori at 604-298-0780 to register.

1. Understanding Dementia Tuesday, Sep 30 6 pm – 8:30 pm

2. Understanding Communication Tuesday, Oct 7 6 pm – 8:30 pm

3. Understanding Behaviour Tuesday, Oct 14 6 pm – 8:30 pm

4. Personal Planning Tuesday, Oct 21 6 pm – 8:30 pm

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Canada Pension Plan and Old Age Security

Parent and Child Bookclub

• Pitt Meadows Library Wednesday, Oct 8 2 pm – 3:30 pm Join a Citizens Services Specialist from Service Canada to discover the many benefits available under each program. You will hear about Survivor/Death Benefits, Canada Pension Disability Benefits, Guaranteed Income Supplement Allowance, and Allowance for the Survivor. You will also learn about eligibility, when to apply, how to access, required documentation, and who to contact for help.

Registration appreciated.

KIDS Baby Play Date • Pitt Meadows Library Wednesday, Sep 17 10:30 am – 12 pm Parents and caregivers are invited to a hands-on event as we teach you how to play with your baby or toddler and encourage early literacy at the same time. Come to play and go away with ideas to try at home. This program is best suited for babies and toddlers who are 2 years or younger.

Registration appreciated.

• Pitt Meadows Library Mondays, Sep 22, Oct 20, Nov 17, Dec 15 6:30 pm – 8 pm When they were toddlers and preschoolers you read to them... why not read with them? What a great (free) way to spend time with your kids and share great stories! Discussion, activities, fun snacks and did we mention it’s free? Ages 10 and up, books are provided. Register beginning August 25. Registration required.

Babytime • Pitt Meadows Library Wednesdays, Sep 24 – Nov 26 10:15 am – 10:45 am Make language fun! Start early with Babytime. Help your baby develop speech and language skills - enjoy bouncing, singing and rhyming with stories. Babytime is a fun, social bonding activity for babies AND caregivers.

Storytime • Pitt Meadows Library Thursdays, Sep 25 – Nov 27 10:15 am – 10:45 am Introduce kids to the love of books and language with Storytime!

Children and caregivers will enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and more. Storytime prepares children to learn to read.”

5. Self-Care for Caregivers Tuesday, Oct 28 6 pm – 8:30 pm

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PITT MEADOWS KIDS Pyjama Storytime - More Mo!

Paws 4 Stories

• Pitt Meadows Library Monday, Nov 10 6:45 pm – 7:15 pm

• Pitt Meadows Library Fall Session One Tuesdays, Sep 23 – 30, Oct 7 – 28 3 pm – 4:40 pm • Pitt Meadows Library Fall Session Two Thursdays, Nov 6 – 27, Dec 4 – 11 3 pm – 4:40 pm St John Ambulance Therapy Dogs and the Pitt Meadows Library present Paws 4 Stories. FVRL’s first Therapy Dog Reading Buddies Program! Research has shown that short 20-minute sessions with a dog can raise a slow or reluctant reader’s ability by two reading levels in as little as six weeks. If your child is having trouble reading, please have their school teacher contact the library to arrange a spot for them in our program. Space is limited and by referral from teachers only..

Tuck into a story - a Mo Willems story, that is! Children and caregivers will be entertained with Elephant & Piggie, Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Tale, Edwina, the Dinosaur Who Didn’t Know She Was Extinct and other stories from the brilliant mind of children’s author/illustrator, Mo Willems.

Kids are encouraged to wear their pyjamas and bring their favourite stuffie - even bus driving pigeons.

Storytime prepares children to learn to read.

Christmas Pyjama Storytime • Pitt Meadows Library Monday, Dec 8 6:45 pm – 7:15 pm

French Storytime • Pitt Meadows Library Fridays, Sep 26 – Nov 28 10:15 am – 10:45 am • Christmas Session Friday, Dec 5 10:15 am – 11 am Introduce kids to the love of books and language with French Storytime! Children and caregivers will enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and more.

Storytime prepares children to learn to read. This is an excellent way to prepare your child for French Immersion.

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Halloween Pyjama Storytime • Pitt Meadows Library Monday, Oct 27 6:45 pm – 7:15 pm Tuck into a story! Children and caregivers will be entertained with not-so-spooky Halloween stories, songs, rhymes, and more.

Kids are encouraged to preview their Halloween costume or wear their pyjamas and bring their favourite stuffie. Storytime prepares children to learn to read.

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Tuck into a story! Children and caregivers will be entertained with special Christmas stories, songs, rhymes, and more. Kids are encouraged to wear their pyjamas and bring their favourite stuffie.

Storytime prepares children to learn to read.

September – December 2014

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PORT COQUITLAM TERRY FOX LIBRARY

EVERYONE

ADULTS

2470 Mary Hill Road Port Coquitlam, bc v3c 3b1 Phone 604-927-7999

One-On-One Tech Help

Adult Learner Book Club

• Terry Fox Library

• Terry Fox Library Second Friday of the month 2 pm – 3 pm

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

10 – 9 10 – 9 10 – 9 10 – 9 10 – 5 10 – 5 1 – 5

* Sunday hours Thanksgiving through Easter only

Need Internet help? Join us for a free half-hour session to get you started. We can help you learn about the Internet, Facebook, eBooks, email, and more. Choose to learn on your own device or use a library computer. Call or visit the information desk to book an appointment.

ADULTS English Conversation Group

Friends of the Terry Fox Library

• Terry Fox Library Thursdays 10:30 am – 12 pm Practice English in a friendly, social situation. Presented in partnership with SHARE family and Community Services.

Foundations English Classes • Terry Fox Library Tuesdays and Thursdays Sep 4 – Dec 18 12:30 pm – 3:45 pm

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• Terry Fox Library Wednesday, Sep 17 7 pm – 8 pm Friends make a difference! Friends are volunteers who promote library services in the community.

They support library programs and fundraising activities in cooperation with library staff. Learn more when you attend this meeting.

Coffee Mug Club: Terry Fox Library Book Club

Upgrade your reading, writing and vocabulary skills. Registration is ongoing through Coquitlam Continuing Education. Call 604936-4261 for more information.

Registration required.

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Make new friends, read interesting books and practice English in a fun environment. Adults upgrading their reading skills, or learning English are welcome to join. The books discussed vary from ELSA level 2 to 5 according to the reading levels and interests of the group. Call or drop by the information desk to join. Registration appreciated.

• Terry Fox Library Fourth Wednesday of the month 7 pm – 8 pm New members are welcome to join this informal book discussion group. For more information contact Kim at 604-942-9598 or email kimstack_@shaw.ca.

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PORT COQUITLAM ADULTS Be the Fun Parent, Not the Friend • Terry Fox Library Saturday, Sep 27 1 pm – 2:30 pm Are you a parent with children from ages 1 to 4? Join parenting expert Lisa Bunnage of Bratbusters Parenting Services for an informative workshop that will demonstrate how to be both the fun parent and discipliner. Learn great tips and expert methods to help you successfully raise your child. Registration appreciated.

Fall into Good Health • Terry Fox Library Tuesday, Sep 30 7 pm – 8:30 pm Are you having trouble sleeping?

Do you feel like you need a boost to get through the afternoon?

Is your digestion slowing down?

Dr. Jill Scott ND, of Port Moody Integrated Health, will be talking about naturopathic tips for dealing with common issues that can show up in the fall and how you can take control of your health to feel your best through the changing of the seasons. Registration appreciated.

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Lois Peterson Writing Workshop: Character, Dialogue and Point of View

World Films

• Terry Fox Library Saturday, Oct 4 1 pm – 4 pm

Come to the Terry Fox Library for an entertaining night of world cinema. We will be playing outstanding, award-winning films from around the globe, so bring your friends and sit back, relax, and enjoy the show. Film schedules are available at the information desk.

Explore a number of approaches that allow you to get to know your characters through word and deed, and help you create compelling, credible fiction for any age. This three-hour workshop presented by award-winning writer Lois Peterson, includes discussion, in-class writing, brainstorming and useful handouts. Presented in partnership with the Tri City Wordsmiths. Registration required.

Canada Pension Plan and Old Age Security • Terry Fox Library Wednesday, Oct 15 5:30 pm – 7 pm Join a Citizens Services Specialist from Service Canada to discover the many benefits available under each program. You will hear about Survivor/Death Benefits, Canada Pension Disability Benefits, Guaranteed Income Supplement Allowance, and Allowance for the Survivor. You will also learn about eligibility, when to apply, how to access, required documentation, and who to contact for help.

Registration appreciated.

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• Terry Fox Library Mondays, Oct 20 – Nov 17 6 pm – 8:30 pm

The Mystery of the Great Northwest Flood • Terry Fox Library Tuesday, Oct 28 7 pm – 8:30 pm In Eastern Washington State, a profound and unique geological event occurred just as the ice age was coming to an end. It has completely shaped the landscape over a vast area, resulting in unique geological formations that have been puzzling scientists for years. Photographer Steve Smith recounts his journey to unravel this fascinating mystery with beautiful photos. Registration appreciated.

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PORT COQUITLAM ADULTS All About eBooks: eReaders & Tablets • Terry Fox Library Tuesday, Nov 25 (eReaders) Tuesday, Dec 2 (Tablets) 7 pm – 8 pm The library has thousands of eBooks and you can borrow them for free! Join us for an informative session on how to access these books, how to use our website, and how to get eBooks onto your device. Let us know what technology you’re using and we will determine which session you should attend. Registration appreciated.

Seniors Christmas Tea • Terry Fox Library Friday, Dec 5 2 pm – 3 pm Spread some holiday cheer!

Listen to Christmas stories, sing Christmas carols, drink some tea and get into the Christmas spirit.

Everyone is welcome. Registration appreciated.

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TEENS Crime Writer’s Panel

Reading Buddies - Teen Volunteers Needed

• Terry Fox Library Saturday, Dec 6 2 pm – 4 pm Three local authors explain what goes into writing believable murder mysteries and thrillers, and answer all the questions that you’re just dying to ask! Stefano Mazzega is an RCMP forensic scientist; Derrick Carew is a social worker at the Colony Farm Forensic Psychiatric Institution and author of The Killer Trail (2014); and Owen Laukkanen is a former poker player and author of The Professionals (2012), Criminal Enterprise (2013) and Kill Fee (2014). This presentation is part of regular programming offered

by Tri-City Wordsmiths, a local writing group that meets regularly at the Terry Fox Library, six times a year. Registration appreciated.

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• Terry Fox Library Mondays, Sep 15 – Oct 27 (excluding Oct 13) 3:45 pm – 4:30 pm Volunteer as a reading buddy to a child in Grades K to 3 to help them improve their reading skills. Show your buddy how cool reading is!

This is a great opportunity to gain volunteer hours for your community work experience requirement and will look awesome on your resume. Teens in Grades 8 to 12 may pick up an application at the Terry Fox Library information desk. (Sessions run for six weeks at a time.) Registration required.

Teen Advisory Group • Terry Fox Library Third Tuesday of the month 7 pm – 8 pm The Teen Advisory Group (TAG) advises and helps to plan and develop teen-oriented programs and services. TAG members organize programs for teens, volunteer as reading buddies and help with other library events. The meetings are fun and always include snacks!

TAG membership looks great on resumes, job and college applications. Volunteer hours are granted for attending monthly meetings and volunteering at library events.

Membership is open to all teens. If you’d like to join, attend the next meeting or visit the library to pick up an application! Registration required.

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Books into Movies The Maze Runner

Pyjama Storytime

LEGO® Club

• Terry Fox Library First Wednesday of the month 6:45 pm – 7:15 pm

• Terry Fox Library Second Wednesday of the month 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm

The Maze Runner is coming to the big screen this September! Come to the library for aMAZE-ing games, quizzes, food and more all related to the The Maze Runner.

For ages 10 and up.

Tuck into a story! Children and caregivers will be entertained with stories, songs, rhymes, and more.

Kids are encouraged to wear their pyjamas and bring their favourite stuffie. Stoytime prepares children to learn to read.

We have the LEGO®, you bring your imagination! LEGO® club is a fun time for kids ages 7 to 14 - come on in and join us after school. Psst...girls are welcome!

Design it, Draw it, Post it!

Babytime

• Terry Fox Library Tuesday, Nov 4 7 pm – 8 pm

• Terry Fox Library Tuesdays, Sep 9 – Oct 7, Oct 28 – Dec 9 10:15 am – 10:45 am

• Terry Fox Library Thursday, Sep 11 4 pm – 4:30 pm

• Terry Fox Library Tuesday, Sep 23 7 pm – 8 pm

Love to doodle, draw and sketch?

We want to see your art on the small scale...on Post–its! Markers, pens, and more will be available.

Refreshments and Post Its provided. Teens ages 12 and older are welcome.

Make language fun! Start early with Babytime. Help your baby develop speech and language skills - enjoy bouncing, singing and rhyming with stories. Babytime is a fun, social bonding activity for babies AND caregivers.

Storytime at the Market

Find us at the Port Coquitlam Farmer’s Market kid’s corner at Leigh Square. Introduce kids to the love of books and language with Storytime! Children and caregivers will enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and more.

Storytime prepares children to learn to read.

Storytime Introduce kids to the love of books and language with Storytime! Children and caregivers will enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes and more.

Storytime prepares children to learn to read.

There will be no storytimes from October 15 – October 24.

During this time library staff will be visiting daycares in Port Coquitlam. If you would like to book library staff to visit your centre call the Terry Fox Library at 604-927-7999.

• Terry Fox Library Wednesdays, Sep 10 – Oct 8 10:15 am – 10:45 am

• Terry Fox Library Wednesdays, Oct 29 – Dec 10 10:15 am – 10:45 am

• Terry Fox Library Fridays, Sep 19 – Oct 10 10:15 am – 10:45 am

• Terry Fox Library Fridays, Oct 31 – Dec 12 10:15 am – 10:45 am

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PORT COQUITLAM KIDS Reading Buddies

Halloween Puppet Show

Baby Party

• Terry Fox Library Mondays, Sep 15 – Oct 27 (excluding Oct 13) 3:45 pm – 4:30 pm

• Terry Fox Library Wednesday, Oct 29 3:45 pm – 4:30 pm

• Terry Fox Library Tuesday, Dec 9 10:15 am – 11 am

BOOOO! Come enjoy spooky stories and Halloween fun.

Celebrate our last Babytime of the year with a party. Prize draws, crafts and photo booths for all babies and their caregivers to enjoy!

Parents, if you have a son or daughter in Kindergarten to Grade 3 who would like to be a better reader, this is a great way to get extra reading practice! Your child will have a chance to read with one of our teen volunteers.

Please visit the information desk to fill out an application form.

(The session runs for six weeks.)

Registration required.

Kids Day Off Movie Matinee

Family Christmas Special • Terry Fox Library Wednesday, Dec 3 6:45 pm – 7:15 pm Celebrate the season with a night of festive family fun! Enjoy stories, sing carols, and help decorate the library Christmas tree. Seasonal goodies will be served. Everyone is welcome.

• Terry Fox Library Fridays, Sep 19, Oct 24 Monday, Nov 10 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Count-Down to Christmas Puppet Show • Terry Fox Library Wednesday, Dec 17 – 3:45 pm – 4:30 pm Christmas is coming! Are you ready? Get into the Christmas spirit with our seasonal puppet show.

Looking for something to do on your Pro-D day? Come to the library for a movie matinee. Call the library to find out which movie is playing.

Stuffie Sleep-Over • Terry Fox Library Tuesday, Oct 7 6:45 pm – 7:15 pm Ever wonder what your stuffed animals do when you’re not around? What would they do if they were left at the library overnight? Unsupervised! Come to our stuffed animal storytime and tuck your stuffie in for a night at the library. Follow our updates on the library Facebook page to see what shenanigans they get up to.

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EVERYONE Fascinating, Fabulous Fibre.

From Fine Art to Funky to Functional.

OUtside the BOX A FIBRE ART EXTRAVAGANZA • White Rock Library: Tuesday, Sep 2 – Tuesday, Sep 30 In partnership with the City of White Rock, White Rock Museum & Archives, and Tourism White Rock we are celebrating the 4th Annual Outside the Box Celebration of Art in Fibre!

There will be a special exhibition of fibre and textile art featuring the internationally known Four in Fibre artists Judy Alexander, Elizabeth Carefoot, Anni Hunt and Pauline McLean Dutkowski, displays by the Piece Arch Quilters, demonstrations by the Semiahmoo Guild of Needlecrafts, the Peace Arch Weavers and Spinners Guild, and more!

Other events, displays and workshops will take place throughout White Rock during the month of September. Learn more at www.outsidetheboxwhiterock.ca.

White Rock Chess Club • White Rock Library Tuesdays, Sep 2 – Dec 30 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm Enjoy chess, the best game in the world! All ages and skill levels welcome! (This program also takes place every Saturday from 2:30-4:30 p.m.)

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• Artist Reception White Rock Library: Saturday, Sep 6 Afternoon reception featuring artists Judy Alexander, Elizabeth Carefoot, Anni Hunt and Pauline McLean Dutkowski.

Come chat with world renowned artists about their inspirations, muses and journeys. Refreshments provided by the Friends of the White Rock Library.

White Rock Library Scrabble Club • White Rock Library Wednesdays, Sep 3 – Dec 17 1 pm – 4 pm Do you have a way with words?

Drop in and test your word power.

All ages and experience levels welcome.

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WHITE ROCK EVERYONE White Rock Bridge Club • White Rock Library Thursdays, Sep 4 – Dec 18 12:30 pm – 4:30 pm Enjoy contract bridge in a relaxed environment.

White Rock Chess Club • White Rock Library Saturdays, Sep 6 – Dec 20 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm Enjoy chess, the best game in the world! All ages and skill levels welcome! (This program also takes place every Tuesday from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm).

SFU Philosopher’s Cafe • White Rock Library Second Wednesday of the month 7 pm – 8:45 pm Join us for lively discussions on the burning issues of the day.

Peace Arch Weavers & Spinners • White Rock Library Mondays, Sep 15, Sep 23 10 am – 3 pm Part of the Outside the Box Celebration of Art in Fibre, members of the Peace Arch Weavers and Spinners Guild will demonstrate the art and craft of weaving and spinning.

White Rock & South Surrey Writer’s Club • White Rock Library Third Wednesday of the month 7 pm – 8:45 pm Are you an aspiring writer?

Join the Writers’ Club and enjoy constructive critiques, readings and writing support. New members are welcome. For more information, contact Les Johnson at 604-535-3426.

Semiahmoo Guild of Needlecrafts Demonstration • White Rock Library Friday, Sep 26 11 am – 1 pm Part of the Outside the Box Celebration of Art in Fibre, the Semiahmoo Guild of Needlearts will give an embroidery demonstration including cross-stitch, crewel, hardanger, white work, stump work, and more.

Master Artists in the Library

History Club

• White Rock Library Wednesday, Sep 17 – Saturday, Nov 29

• White Rock Library Mondays, Sep 29, Oct 27, Nov 24 7 pm – 8:30 pm

Ever wonder what it would be like to stand beside Monet, Picasso or Gauguin? Come into the White Rock library and experience art and culture, see it happen, being made, taking shape. Meet world renowned artists and watch the creative process live!

Members are invited to give a short presentation on history themes of their choice followed by general discussion. Meetings are moderated by Herb Spencer, 604-542-2299, and David Cotton.

New members welcome.

Sponsored by the Friends of the White Rock Library, we will be hosting 2 incredibly talented Master Artists every six weeks.

(Please note each artist will be at the library from 11 am – 4 pm on their respective days.)

Artists: Sep 17 & 18: Nicoletta Baumeister Sep 19 & 20: Deborah Putman Oct 22 & 23: Elizabeth Carefoot Oct 24 & 25: Lesley Tannen Nov 26 & 27: Judy Jordison Nov 28 & 29: Golfo Tsakumis See page 77 for more details.

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WHITE ROCK ADULTS Internet Classes • White Rock Library Thursdays, Sep 4 – Dec 11 10:30 am – 11:30 am Receive one-on-one Internet training for beginners. Topics covered include using the mouse, Internet basics, effective Internet searching, and email. Registration required.

Titles and Tea Afternoon Book Club • White Rock Library Tuesdays, Sep 16, Oct 21, Nov 18 2 pm – 4 pm Classics and new titles discussed in a casual setting. New members welcome. Books are provided.

Writing Basics for the Beginner and Brainfogged with Marilyn Hahn • White Rock Library Fridays, Sep 19 – 26, Oct 3 – 24 10 am – 12 pm Join us for a fun, six-week, step by step writing basics course, where we untangle the mysteries of commas and colons, blather over words, design sentences, and overcome our reading-in-front-ofothers nervousness. Registration required.

Book Tastes

Let there Be Light: Writing Though Grief with Marilyn Hahn • White Rock Library Fridays, Sep 19 – Nov 7 (excluding Sep 26 & Oct 31) 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm We will engage in numerous writing exercises, using eight powerful words - one per week that can most assuredly bring you into more light as you journey your way through grief. Registration required.

Wednesday Night Book Club at the White Rock Library • White Rock Library Wednesdays, Sep 24, Oct 29, Nov 26 7 pm – 8:45 pm Classics to new titles discussed in a casual setting. New Members welcome. Books are provided.

White Rock Laughter Yoga • White Rock Library Last Tuesday of the month 7 pm – 8 pm Literally laughing in the library! No joke - and for no reason at all, just for the health of it. Bring water and wear comfy clothes. Enjoy deep breathing, light stretches, and interactive laughter exercises.

Canada Pension Plan and Old Age Security • White Rock Library Tuesday, Oct 14 2 pm – 3:30 pm Join a Citizens Services Specialist from Service Canada to discover the many benefits available under each program. You will hear about Survivor/Death Benefits, Canada Pension Disability Benefits, Guaranteed Income Supplement Allowance, and Allowance for the Survivor. You will also learn about eligibility, when to apply, how to access, required documentation, and who to contact for help.

Registration appreciated.

Meet Author Roberta Rich • White Rock Library Wednesday, Oct 15 7 pm – 8:30 pm Former lawyer Roberta Rich, author of the popular historical novel The Midwife of Venice, has penned a sequel. The Harem Midwife picks up the story of Hannah Levi, midwife in the opulent palace of Sultan Murat III, tending to the thousand women of his lively and infamous harem. Join Roberta at White Rock Library for an evening of reading and discussion. Registration appreciated.

• White Rock Library Tuesdays, Sep 30, Oct 28, Nov 25 2 pm – 3 pm Drop in for a summary of books by library staff and share your own favourites.

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WHITE ROCK KIDS Christmas Craft Workshop Beginner and Intermediate Chess Lessons

• White Rock Library Wednesday, Dec 10 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm

• White Rock Library Saturdays, Oct 4 – Nov 22 1 pm – 2:30 pm

Join library staff for a festive workshop making decorations and gifts for the season! Registration appreciated.

Learn Chess! Free beginner lessons are available for kids in grades 1 and up (parents must stay with children and parent participation is encouraged). Intermediate players are invited to Chess Club which follows immediately after. Practice is available at www. whiteknightchess.com. Registration required.

Spinners and Weavers Storytime • White Rock Library Wednesday, Sep 17 10:30 am – 11 am Introduce kids to the love of books and language with Storytime!

Children and caregivers will enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and more. Storytime prepares children to learn to read. This Storytime is presented in partnership with the Outside the Box: A Celebration in Fibre and will include a special demonstration by the Peace Arch Weavers & Spinners.

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Children and caregivers will enjoy interactive stories, songs, rhymes, and more. Storytime prepares children to learn to read.

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YALE EVERYONE

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Yale Garden Club

• Yale Library Saturday, Oct 4 3 pm – 4 pm

• Yale Library Wednesdays 7 pm – 9 pm

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Join us for a Thanksgiving story, craft and goodies!

Saturday

Come join us for discussion, coffee, sharing of seeds etc. and socialize!

Halloween Program

YALE LIBRARY Box #17 Yale Elementary School 65050 Albert Street Yale, bc v0k 2s0 Phone 604-863-2279

10:30 – noon 12:30 – 5

Canada Pension Plan and Old Age Security

• Yale Library Wednesday, Oct 29 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm Come join us for a story and activities!

Christmas Crafts Program • Yale Library Wednesday, Nov 19 6 pm – 7:30 pm Come and crafty with us. Bring some greenery, some ribbon etc., baubles whatever, and we will create centerpieces and more.

Coffee and tea will be on, and the glue guns too!

• Yale Library Wednesday, Oct 22 2 pm – 3:30 pm Join a Citizens Services Specialist from Service Canada to discover the many benefits available under each program. You will hear about Survivor/Death Benefits, Canada Pension Disability Benefits, Guaranteed Income Supplement Allowance, and Allowance for the Survivor. You will also learn about eligibility, when to apply, how to access, required documentation, and who to contact for help.

Registration appreciated.

Christmas at the Library • Yale Library Saturday, Dec 13 12 pm – 4:30 pm Come to our library open house.

There will be coffee and music on all day and refreshments available also!

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very year on November 11, Canadians pause in a silent moment of remembrance for the men and women who have served, and continue to serve our country during times of war, conflict and peace. More

than 2.3 million Canadians have served our country in this way, and more than 118,000 have died. They gave their lives and their futures so that we may live in peace. 2014 marks the 100th anniversary of the start of the First World War – the Always Remember reading list was created in its commemoration.

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TEEN BOOKLIST

KIDS BOOKLIST

Doctor in the Great War: Unseen Photographs of Life in the Trenches

by Andrew Davidson

War to End All Wars

by Jack Batten

Sabotage

by Karen Autio

From Vimy to Victory: Canada’s Fight to the Finish in World War I

by Hugh Brewster (Fall 2014)

Shot at Dawn: World War I

by John Wilson

War That Ended Peace: The Road to 1914

by Margaret MacMillan Canada’s Great War Album: Our Memories of the First World War

by Canada’s National History Society Onward Dear Boys: A Family Memoir of the Great War

by Phillipe Bieler Sleepwalkers: How Europe Went to War in 1914

by Christopher Clark

A Soldier’s Life, Battles, and Life at Home: all 3 books by Simon Rose At Vimy Ridge: Canada’s Greatest World War I Victory

by Hugh Brewster Hold The OXO: A Teenage Soldier Writes Home

by Marion Brooke

Fire in the Sky

by David Ward Michael Morpurgeo: War Child to War Horse

by Maggie Fergusson A Bear in War

by Stephanie Innes And the Soldiers Sang

by Patrick J. Lewis

July 1914: Countdown to War

by Sean McMeekin Calvary of the Air: The Story of Allied Air Combat in the First World War

by Norman S. Leach This button was produced by the Canadian Patriotic Fund in Toronto and distributed to children whose father was overseas.

© Canadian War Museum

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BOOK SALES

PRICE LIST

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Did you know that FVRL’s collection features various types of items in many different languages? To be exact, our World Languages Collection consists of materials in 14 different languages. The collection is designed to meet the needs of native speakers of a variety of European, Asian and Middle Eastern languages.

The always-growing collection, shared between our 25 libraries, currently contains over 42,000 items. It includes adult and children’s fiction and nonfiction print material, as well as DVDs and CDs. These materials are listed in the online catalogue.

FVRL offers material in the following languages:

Chinese • Dutch • Farsi • French • German • Hindi • Italian Japanese • Korean • Punjabi • Polish • Russian • Spanish • Vietnamese Our Welcome Brochure, available at any FVRL location, has also been translated into these languages and provides information about FVRL’s available resources and services.

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MASTER ARTISTS IN THE LIBRARY Come and meet the artists!

Ever wonder what it would be like to stand beside Monet, Picasso or Gauguin?

Come into the White Rock Library and experience art and culture, see it happen, being made, taking shape. Meet world renowned artists and watch the creative process live!

NICOLETTA BAUMEISTER

DEBORAH PUTMAN

ELIZABETH CAREFOOT

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DAN BAR-EL FVRL FEATURE AUTHOR

Fall is a special time of year. Not only do we celebrate the harvest, but it’s also time for our annual kids’ author readings.

Every year FVRL partners with local schools to plan these special events for classes throughout our service area.

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To learn more about Dan Bar-el and his books, visit danbar-el.com or search for his titles in the FVRL catalogue.

Audrey (cow)

by Dan Bar-el Publication date: November 2014 Audrey is a cow with poetry in her blood, who yearns for the greener pastures beyond Bittersweet Farms. But when Roy the horse tells this bovine dreamer that she is headed for Abbot’s War, the slaughter house, Audrey knows that she must leave her home and friends sooner than she ever imagined. With the help of a whole crew of animals and humans alike, Audrey attempts to escape the farm she lives on—and certain death.

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