Check it Out - March/April 2024

MARCH - APRIL 2024

Your guide to Lambton County Library news and programs.

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Welcome to Check It Out! Family Literacy Day Over 500 people joined Lambton County Library for a day of fun at Sarnia Library on January 27 for our Family Literacy Day Festival.

The library was full of activities from face painting and gaming to a concert (see the cover photo) and a chance to hang out with Sarnia Sting’s Buzz and Honey.

Family Literacy Day is celebrated every year to create awareness of the significance of reading and participating in literacy-related activities as a family and community. When families engage in literacyrelated activities together, the literacy skills of the entire family are strengthened, which encourages lifelong learning and sets kids up for success.

Boost your Family Literacy any time with programs and resources available at any Lambton County Library and online at lclibrary.ca.

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Important Dates INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY - MARCH 8 TEEN PHOTO CONTEST OPEN FOR SUBMISSIONS - APRIL 3 FILM SCREENING AND Q&A WITH ACTOR SHAYLA BROWN - APRIL 3 LARRY TOWELL AND “THE MENNONITES“ - APRIL 27

LIBRARIES & BOOK RETURN BINS CLOSED! FRIDAY, MARCH 29, 2024 - CLOSED SUNDAY, MARCH 31, 2024 - CLOSED MONDAY, APRIL 1, 2024 - CLOSED

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Staff Picks Recommended reads from Branch Assistant, ED Downie.

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The Last Cuentista by Donna Barba Higuera.

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The Marrow Thieves by Cherie Dimaline.

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Ten Steps to Nanette by Hannah Gadsby.

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Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare.

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The Lottery and Other Stories by Shirley Jackson.

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The Color Purple by Alice Walker.

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The House in the Cerulean Sea by T.J. Klune.

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Shakespeare Saved My Life by Laura Bates.

FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO BORROW ANY OF THESE TITLES, VISIT LCLIBRARY.CA!

ED Downie at the Library and Archives Canada vaults holding an original First Folio of King John!

National Poetry Month April is National Poetry Month! This year’s theme is “weather”. With poetic flair, weather dictates the rhythms of our lives from coast to coast. (League of Canadian Poets, 2024) Explore the theme with poetry collections

by Canadian authors and poets.

• Dearly by Margaret Atwood.

• False Creek by Jane Munroe.

• Nedâi nezñu = good medicine

by Tenille K. Campbell

• milk and honey by rupi kaur • Exculpatory Lilies : poems

by Susan Musgrave

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Clearwater Library Clearwater Library will be ready to receive its first visitors in the coming weeks following months of renovation work at the Clearwater Arena to provide a space for the delivery of modern library services.

Clearwater Library reflects the collaborative efforts of the City of Sarnia (as building owner) and Lambton County Library (as service provider) to deliver library services to Lambton’s residents.

The new library, located on the second floor of the Arena, offers a captivating 180-degree view of the arena’s east ice pad and a dedicated programming room which will also serve as a private meeting space available for booking by the public.

An opening date, and details about grand opening celebrations will be announced following the completion of the renovation project. Be sure to follow #LCLibrary and City of Sarnia on social media for the latest updates.

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Free Concerts!

Lambton Concert Band

Forest Excelsior Band

PLAYING AT SARNIA LIBRARY THEATRE

PLAYING AT SARNIA LIBRARY THEATRE

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6 7:00 TO 8:00 P.M.

TUESDAY, MARCH 26 7:00 TO 8:30 P.M.

Save your seat at lclibrary.ca/rhythms

Save your seat at lclibrary.ca/rhythms

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Theme: Lambton Through the Lens

Submissions

Create photos that highlight the uniqueness of Lambton County through three categories: Local Icons, Abstract, and Romance of Ruins.

The 2024 Teen Photo Contest is open to Lambton County teens age 13-18. Photos can be submitted from Wednesday, April 3 to Sunday, July 7. Entrants can submit up to five photographs through the online submission form at lclibrary.ca/TeenPhotoContest

Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery Exhibit A jury of industry professionals will select photographs to be featured in an exhibit at Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery. The photographs will be on display from Friday, August 2 to Saturday, October 12. Teens whose submissions are selected will be invited to an exclusive Artist Preview and Award Ceremony at JNAAG before the exhibit opens.

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Awards One winning photograph from each category, plus one overall grand prize winner will be announced on Friday, July 19.

The four winners will receive their photos professionally matted and framed following the closing of the exhibit at the Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery.

The grand prize winner will receive their choice of a $100 Amazon gift card, a $100 Carmen’s Foto Source gift card or a virtual one-hour one-on-one session with award-winning photographer, Peter Power.

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Romance of Ruin

Abstract Photograph an abstract representation of a local landmark.

Look for unique geometry, shadows, reflections, and imperfections.

Show an appreciation for the well-used, this can include structures, objects, or landscapes.

Look for peeling paint, unique rust patterns or overgrown vegetation.

Photo Credit: Mercy Naus Teen Photo Contest 2022

Photo Credit: Alexa Secord Teen Photo Contest 2022

Submit your photos to the Teen Photo Contest by scanning the QR code or visit lclibrary.ca/TeenPhotoContest

Local Icons Make a photograph that conveys the beauty of natural landforms and/or iconic structure that defines your community.

Photo Credit: Natalia Gomiak Teen Photo Contest 2023

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Early Literacy Give your child a head start on early literacy at Lambton County Library. Early literacy is what kids know about reading and writing before they can actually read and write. Lambton County Library offers a variety of programs that help foster early literacy, family literacy and lifelong learning.

Baby Rhyme Time AGES 0 - 2

This 30 minute storytime includes movement games, rhymes, songs and stories to help your baby recognize colours, shapes, letters and numbers.

Forest Frank at Forest Library’s Baby Rhyme Time

Location

Date

Time

Bright’s Grove Library

Wednesday, March 6, 13, 20, 27, April 3, 10, 17, 24

9:30 - 10:00 a.m.

Corunna Library

Tuesday, March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

9:30 - 10:00 a.m.

Forest Library

Thursday, March 7, 14, 21, 28, April 4, 11, 18, 25

9:30 - 10:00 a.m.

Grand Bend Library

Friday, March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, April 5, 12, 19, 26

9:30 - 10:00 a.m.

Inwood Library

Saturday, March 2, 16, 23, 30, April 13, 20, 27

9:15 - 9:45 a.m.

Petrolia Library

Friday, March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, April 5, 12, 19, 26

11:00 - 11:30 a.m.

Sarnia Library Wyoming Library

Monday, March 4, 11, 18, 25, April 8, 15, 22, 29 Friday, March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, April 5, 12, 19, 26 Friday, March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, April 5, 12, 19, 26

10:00 - 10:30 a.m.

9:30 - 10:00 a.m.

Register for the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Challenge in Beanstack and log your child’s reading to earn badges. Earn your 1,000 Books badge and receive a plush reading buddy from your local library. Beanstack is an electronic reporting software that can be accessed using a mobile device, a computer or with the help of library staff.

Visit lclibrary.ca to learn more.

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Toddler Tales AGES 2 - 3

Join a library staff-led storytime and gain the positive effects of reading, talking, singing, and playing. The stories and songs selected support your child’s growth and brain development in a fun and engaging way.

Location

Date

Time

Alvinston Library

Monday, March 4, 11, 18, 25, April 8, 15, 22, 29

10:30 - 11:00 a.m.

Arkona Library

Wednesday, March 6, 13, 20, 27, April 3, 10, 17, 24

9:30 - 10:00 a.m.

Brigden Library

Wednesday, March 6, 13, 20, 27, April 3, 10, 17, 24

9:30 - 10:00 a.m.

Bright’s Grove Library

Thursday, March 7, 14, 21, 28, April 4, 11, 18, 25

9:30 - 10:00 a.m.

Camlachie Library

Saturday, March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, April 6, 13, 20, 27

9:30 - 10:00 a.m.

Corunna Library

Monday, March 4, 11, 18, 25, April 8, 15, 22, 29

9:30 - 10:00 a.m.

Courtight Library

Tuesday, March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

9:30 - 10:00 a.m.

Forest Library

Tuesday, March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

10:00 - 10:30 a.m.

Grand Bend Library

Tuesday, March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

10:00 - 10:30 a.m.

Oil Springs Library

Tuesday, March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

9:30 - 10:00 a.m.

Petrolia Library

Wednesday, March 6, 13, 20, 27, April 3, 10, 17, 24

10:30 - 11:00 a.m.

Point Edward Library

Wednesday, March 6, 13, 20, 27, April 3, 10, 17, 24

9:30 - 10:00 a.m.

Port Lambton Library

Monday, March 4, 11, 18, 25, April 8, 15, 22, 29

10:15 - 10:45 a.m.

Tuesday, March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Sarnia Library

Thursday, March 7, 14, 21, 28, April 4, 11, 18, 25

10:00 - 10:30 a.m.

Shetland Library

Friday, March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, April 5, 12, 19, 26

9:30 - 10:00 a.m.

Thedford Library

Tuesday, March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

9:30 - 10:00 a.m.

Watford Library

Monday, March 4, 11, 18, 25, April 8, 15, 22, 29

9:30 - 10:00 a.m.

Wilkesport Library

Tuesday, March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

10:00 - 10:30 a.m.

Wyoming Library

Friday, March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, April 5, 12, 19, 26

10:00 - 10:30 a.m.

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National Poetry Month for Kids!

Pajama Tales AGES 3 - 5

Prepare your child for bed and encourage a lifelong love of reading with a bedtime storytime led by a library staff member.

Location

Date

Time

Point Edward Library

Tuesday, March 12, 15

6:00 - 6:30 p.m.

Sarnia Library

Wednesday, March 27, April 24

6:00 - 6:30 p.m.

Wyoming Library

Tuesday, March 5, 12, 19, 26, 6:00 - 6:30 p.m.

April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Saturday Storytime AGES 3 - 5

Explore language rich stories with your child to expand their vocabulary, phonological awareness and numeracy skills.

Sing in the Spring!

by Sheree Fitch Illustrated by Deb Plestid

Location

Date

Time

Alvinston Library

Saturday, March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, April 6, 13, 20, 27

10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Florence Library

Saturday, March 9, 16, 23, 30, April 6, 13

10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

Sarnia Library

Saturday, March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, April 6, 13, 20, 27

10:30 - 11:00 a.m.

French Storytime AGES 3 - 7

Gain early exposure to French language and literacy skills through stories songs and activities in French.

I Talk Like a River

by Jordan Scott & Sydney Smith 10

Location

Date

Time

Inwood Library

Saturday, March 2, 16, 23, 30, April 13, 20, 27

10:30 to 11:00 a.m.

Petrolia Library

Monday, March 4, 18, 25, April 8, 15, 22, 29

3:30 to 4:00 p.m.

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Kids’ Programs All Lambton County Library locations offer regular programs for kids, ages 6-12 that are designed to enhance learning skills in either science, technology, engineering, the arts, or mathematics, in a fun and unique way.

Kids’ DIY AGES 6-12

Tailored for young minds, this program offers a wide range of artistic activities that encourage hands-on exploration and expression.

DIY Gnomes at Point Edward Library

Location

Date

Time

Camlachie Library

Saturday, April 27

12:45 - 1:45 p.m.

Florence Library

Thursday, April 4, 11, 18, 25 Saturday, April 6, 27

4:30 - 5:30 p.m.

12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

Forest Library

Wednesday, April 3, 10, 17, 24

3:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Oil Springs Library

Saturday, April 13, 27

12:30 - 1:30 p.m.

Inwood Library

Saturday, March 2, 16, 23, 30, April 13, 20, 27

9:15 - 9:45 a.m.

Point Edward Library

Saturday, April 6, 26

3:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Sarnia Library

Saturday, March 9 Wednesday, March 13 Wednesday, March 13

1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

1:00 - 2:00 p.m.

2:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Lambton County Library Seed Library The Seed Library is a free seed borrowing system that provides an opportunity for people to grow their own healthy food.

Visit lclibrary.ca/seedlibrary to borrow vegetable and herb seeds.

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Afterschool Kids’ Club AGES 6-12

Themed, weekly activities that are both educational and a great way to connect with peers. Children under 10 must have a caregiver present

Location

Date

Time

Alvinston Library

Tuesday, March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

4:30 - 5:30 p.m.

Arkona Library

Monday, March 4, 18, 25, April 15, 22, 29

4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Brigden Library

Monday, March 4, 11, 18, 25, April 8, 15, 22, 29

4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Bright’s Grove Library

Tuesday, March 5, 7, 15, 19, 26, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

3:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Camlachie Library

Thursday, March 7, 28, April 4, 11, 25

4:30 - 5:30 p.m.

Corunna Library

Tuesday, March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Wednesday, March 20, April 3, 10, 17

4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Grand Bend Library

Wednesday, March 27, April 3

3:45 - 4:45 p.m.

Inwood Library

Tuesday, March 5, 12 ,19, 26, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

4:30 - 5:30 p.m.

Mooretown Library

Wednesday, March 13, 20, April 3, 10, 17, 24

6:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Oil Springs Library

Thursday, March 7, 14, 21, 28, April 4, 11, 18, 25

5:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Petrolia Library

Wednesday, March 6, 13, 20, 27, April 3, 10, 17, 24

3:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Port Franks Library

Wednesday, March 6, 27, April 10, 24

5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Port Lambton Library

Wednesday, April 10, 17, 24

3:30 - 5:00 p.m.

Sombra Library

Tuesday, March 5, 12, 19

4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Thedford Library

Friday, April 26

4:30 - 5:30 p.m.

Watford Library

Wednesday, March 6, 27, April 3, 10, 17, 24

3:45 - 4:45 p.m.

Wilkesport Library

Thursday, March 7, 21, April 4

3:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Wyoming Library

Monday, March 4, 25, April 8, 22, 29 Tuesday, April 9, 16, 23, 30 Wednesday, March 6, 27, April 3, 10, 17, 24

4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

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S.T.E.A.M Programs Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (S.T.E.A.M) through these programs designed to inspire kids to become the creators of tomorrow.

BUILD WITH CARDBOARD CONSTRUCTION AGES 0 -

Making pattern art at Arkona Library

BUILD WITH SIMPLE STRUCTURES 0 - 2

Build cardboard creations using safe construction tools to cut, fold and connect.

Explore stability, balance, and gravity-defying designs with Tegu blocks, straws, and connectors.

Location

Date & Time

Location

Date & Time

Forest Library

April 22 - 3:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Inwood Library

March 12, 19 - 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

March 14 - 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Wilkesport Library

April 18, 25 - 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.

BUILD WITH DYNAMIC STRUCTURES

Foster creativity, innovation and learn the basics of engineering using Rigamajig building components.

Location

Date & Time

Point Edward Library

March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Port Franks Library

March 13, 20 - 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

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BUILD WITH CONTRAPTIONS

BUILD WITH GEOMETRIC SHAPES

Foster spatial thinking, coordination, and problemsolving skills through building a marble run.

Use building tools like Icy Ice Blocks, Mental Blox, and Zendo to complete challenges.

Location

Date & Time

Location

Date & Time

Alvinston Library

March 12, 19 - 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

March 15, 22 - 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.

March 23 - 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.

Alvinston Library

April 16, 23 - 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

April 12, 19 - 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.

April 13, 20 - 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.

Grand Bend Library

April 10, 17, 24 - 3:45 to 4:45 p.m.

Forest Library

March 11, 18 - 3:00 to 4:00 p.m.

March 13 - 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.

CREATE WITH CARD MAKING 0 - 2

Create greeting cards with calligraphy tools, stamps and stamp pads, and washi tape.

Location

CREATE WITH POETRY Play with words and discover poetry through writing prompts and activities.

Date & Time

Location

Date & Time

Watford Library April 10, 17 - 3:45 to 4:45 p.m.

Sarnia Library

April 27 - 3:00 to 4:00 p.m.

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CREATE WITH PATTERN ART - 2

CREATE WITH PIXEL ART

Make intricate drawings with a Spirograph tool.

Spirograph use wheels, rings, and gears to make patterns and is a great way to learn math concepts.

Make pixelated images with Lite Brite or perler beads.

Location

Date & Time

Location

Date & Time

Arkona Library

March 11 - 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.

March 23 - 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Grand Bend Library

March 11, 12, 14 - 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.

March 18, 20 - 3:45 to 4:45 p.m.

March 23 - 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Florence Library

April 11, 18 - 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

April 13, 16, 20 - 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.

Sarnia Library

April 17 - 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.

CREATE WITH PRINTMAKING

Learn about the printmaking process and experiment with a variety of printmaking tools like gel plates, rollers, palm printers and stamps.

Learn the basics of computer programming through screen-free play with Cubetto and Cubelets robots.

Location

Date & Time

April 10, 17, 24 - 3:30 to 5:00 p.m.

Port Franks Library

April 17 - 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

April 12, 19 - 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Thedford Library

March 7, 15, 21 - 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Location

Date & Time

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EXPLORE WITH CODING - LEVEL 2

Learn basic coding concepts through playful projects and puzzles with Ozobots and Dash and Dot robots.

Location

Date & Time

Arkona Library

April 8 - 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.

April 20 - 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

EXPLORE WITH CODING - LEVEL 3

Learn how to program the SPHERO robot using drag and drop block-based coding. Block coding introduces programming concepts for more advanced text-based coding languages like Javascript.

Location

Date & Time

Shetland Library April 17 - 4:40 to 5:30 p.m.

Thedford Library March 7 - 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

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EXPLORE WITH ELECTRICITY

Learn about circuitry and electronics with hands-on challenges using littleBits, Makey Makey, Power Tiles and Crazy Circuits.

Location

Date & Time

Inwood Library

April 9, 16 - 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Sarnia Library

April 13 - 11:00 to 11:50 a.m.

Sombra Library March 5, 12, 19 - 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Watford Library March 13, 20 - 3:45 to 4:45 p.m.

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Technology Tech Tutor

Need help navigating your computer, iPad or phone?

Trying to set up an email? Technical help is available at all 25 libraries. Call your local library to book a one-on-one session with one of our staff members or register for one of these scheduled programs.

Location

Date

Time

Bright’s Grove Library

Wednesday, March 20, 26, April 3, 9, 17 & 23

2:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Camlachie Library

Monday, April 8 Friday, March 1, April 12

12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

1:00 - 2:00 p.m.

Florence Library

Friday, March 1, April 12 Tuesday, March 5, April 2

1:00 - 2:00 p.m.

Inwood Library

Thursday, March 28, April 25

1:00 - 2:00 p.m.

Sarnia Library

Tuesday, March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Wednesday, March 6, 13, 20, 27, April 3, 10, 17, 24 Thursday, March 7, 14, 21, 28, April 4, 11, 18, 25

2:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Wyoming Library

Friday, March 1, April 12

1:00 - 2:00 p.m.

Makerspace Training Receive one-on-one training on Makerspace equipment at Sarnia Library. Choose to be trained on the 3D Printer, Laser Cutter, Silhouette Cutter, Button Maker or Sewing Machine.

Once trained you will be able to book time for independent use on the equipment. Registration required.

Location

Date

Time

Sarnia Library

Monday, March 4, 11, 18, 25, April 8, 15, 22, 29 Tuesday, March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Friday, March 8, 15, 22, April 12, 19, 26 Saturday, March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, April 6, 13, 20, 27

6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

2:00 - 3:00 p.m.

6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

9:30 - 10:30 a.m.

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Makerspace Workshops Receive one-on-one training on Makerspace equipment at select libraries.

Location

Date

Time

Alvinston Library Silhouette Die Cutter

Friday, March 15, April 5, 12 Saturday, March 16

4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

Corunna Library Silhouette Die Cutter

Monday, March 18 Tuesday, March 26 Friday, March 15 Monday, April 1 Wednesday, April 17

6:00 - 7:00 p.m.

4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

2:00 - 3:00 p.m.

11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

3:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Forest Library Button Maker

Friday, March 8 Wednesday, April 17

1:00 - 2:00 p.m.

4:30 - 5:30 p.m.

Petrolia Library Sewing Machine

Tuesday, March 26 Friday, March 15, April 5 Friday, April 12 Saturday, March 16

6:00 - 7:00 p.m.

1:00 - 2:00 p.m.

10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

3:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Wyoming Library 3D Printer

Monday, March 11

2:00 - 3:30 p.m.

Make of the Month at Sarnia Library

SCAN TO REGISTER

SCAN TO REGISTER

MARCH - LASER CUTTER WOODEN SUCCULENTS

APRIL - SILHOUETTE CUTTER PAPER GIFT BOX

FIRST FRIDAY DROP-IN: MARCH 1 - 6:30 TO 7:30 P.M.

FIRST FRIDAY DROP-IN: APRIL 5 - 6:30 TO 7:30 P.M.

Saturday, March 2,9,16 - 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Wednesday, March 20 - 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.

Saturday, April 6, 13, 20 - 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Wednesday, April 24 - 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.

Make wooden layered succulents using the laser cutter. All materials will be provided.

Build a 3D, spring-themed, paper gift box using the Silhouette die cutter.

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Book Clubs Join a Book Club

Visit lclibrary.ca, or call your local library, to reserve a copy of each book. To reserve an eBook, browse the Libby app. Registration required.

Alvinston

Camlachie BOOK CLUB

Thursday, March 21, April 18 – 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.

March – An Island by Karen Jennings April – Finlay Donovan is Killing It by Elle Cosimano

Corunna BOOK CLUB

Tuesday, March 19, April 16 – 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.

TWEEN BOOK CLUB

Tuesday, March 19, April 16 – 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

March – Charlotte’s Web by E.B. White April – The Wild Robot by Peter Brown

BOOK CLUB

Thursday, March 21 & April 18 – 10:00 to 11:00 a.m.

March – People We Meet On Vacation by Emily Henry April – Not a Happy Family by Shari Lapena

Brigden

March – This Time Tomorrow by Emma Straub April – Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt

Courtright BOOK CLUB

Tuesday, January 9, February 13 – 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.

March – The Immortalists by Chloe Benjamin April – A Street Cat Named Bob by James Bowen

Florence

COZY BOOK CLUB

Wednesday, March 27, April 24 – 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Enjoy an afternoon tea as we discuss a cozy book. Each month we will sample a different author who writes cozy mysteries, fiction, or romance.

March – Miranda James April – Jenny Colgan

Bright’s Grove AFTERNOON BOOK CLUB

Wednesday, March 13, April 10 – 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.

BOOK CLUB

Tuesday, January 9, February 13 – 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.

March – We Hope For Better Things by Erin Bartels April – The Bookshop On The Corner by Jenny Colgan

Forest FRIDAY BOOK CLUB

Friday, March 8, April 12 – 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

March – Things We Keep by Sally Hepworth April – UnHoneymooners by Christina Lauren

March – Into Thin Air by Jon Krauker April – The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah

EVENING BOOK CLUB

KING STREET BOOK CLUB

Tuesday, March 19 – 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.

March – Water Dancer by Ta-Nehisi Coates April – Discuss books from the Mixed Book Kit

Friday, January 12 – 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

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Grand Bend

Point Edward

BOOK CLUB

BOOK CLUB

Wednesday, March 13, April 10 – 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.

Wednesday, March 6, April 3 – 10:00 to 11:00 a.m.

March – Unsheltered by Barbara Kingsolver April – The Midnight Library by Matt Haig

March – Hillbilly Elegy by J. D. Vance April – Quintland Sisters by Shelley Wood

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Port Franks

BOOK CLUB

Tuesday, March 19, April 16 – 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

March – Five Little Indians by Michelle Good April – Light Pirate by Lily Brooks-Dalton

Oil Springs BOOK CLUB

Tuesday, March 19, April 16 – 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

March – Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides April – Unsettled Ground by Claire Fuller

Petrolia TWEEN BOOK CLUB

Wednesday, March 20, April 17 – 5:00 to 6:00 p.m.

March – The Wild Robot by Peter Brown April – Ella Enchanted by Gail Carson Levine

AFTERNOON BOOK CLUB

Wednesday, March 6 – 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.

BOOK CLUB

Monday, March 11, April 8 – 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.

March – Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Gramus April – The Stationery Shop by Marjan Kamali

Sarnia

ADULT FICTION BOOK CLUB - AFTERNOON

Tuesday, March 12, April 9 – 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.

March – The Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead April – The Stationery Shop by Marjan Kamali

ADULT FICTION BOOK CLUB - EVENING

Wednesday, March 20, April 17 – 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.

March – Things you Save in a Fire by Katherine Center April – Fight Night by Miriam Toews

HISTORICAL FICTION BOOK CLUB

Thursday, March 14, April 18 – 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.

March – Girl Waits with Gun by Amy Stewart April – The Girl in the Letter by Emily Gunnis

WARRIOR CATS BOOK CLUB

March – The Henna Artist by Alka Joshi

Saturday, March 16, April 13 – 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.

EVENING BOOK CLUB

Explore the popular Warrior Cats series by Erin Hunter.

Warrior Cats is based on the adventures and drama of multiple clans of feral cats.

Tuesday, March 19, April 16 – 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.

March – Born A Crime by Trevor Noah April – Em by Kim Thúy

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Thedford

Wyoming

Tuesday, March 19, April 16 – 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.

BOOK CLUB

BOOK CLUB

March – Library of Lost Things by Laura Taylor Namey April – Hidden Valley Road by Robert Kolker

Wednesday, March 20 – 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.

March – Rock the Boat by Beck Dorey-Stein

Watford

Online Book Club

EVENING BOOK CLUB

NON-FICTION BOOK CLUB

Thursday, March 14, April 11 – 6:45 to 7:45 p.m.

March – The Invention of Nature by Andrea Wulf April – The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray

AFTERNOON BOOK CLUB

Tuesday, March 19, April 11 – 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.

March – Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens April – Wild by Cheryl Strayed

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Tuesday, March 19, April 16 – 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.

Register to receive the Zoom link to join the Online Book Club. For help with Zoom, please call 519-337-3291 for technical support.

March – Making It So by Patrick Stewart April – Fire Weather by John Vaillant

ONE BOOK LAMBTON - BOOK CLUB DISCUSSION

Thursday, April 18 – 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Join us online to discuss and explore themes and topics in the 2024 One Book Lambton selection. Register to receive the Zoom link to join. Call 519-337-3291 for technical support.

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AT SARNIA LIBRARY THEATRE

INDIANA JONES AND THE DIAL OF DESTINY MARCH 9 - 2:00 TO 5:00 P.M.

BROTHER BEAR MARCH 28 - 1:00 TO 2:30 P.M.

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SHREK MARCH 11 - 2:00 TO 4:00 P.M.

RATATOUILLE MARCH 30 - 2:00 TO 4:00 P.M.

FROZEN SING ALONG EDITION MARCH 12 - 2:00 TO 4:00 P.M.

WOMEN TALKING APRIL 3 - 6:30 TO 9:00 P.M.

SHREK 2 MARCH 13 - 2:00 TO 4:00 P.M.

RAYA AND THE LAST DRAGON APRIL 11 - 1:00 TO 3:00 P.M.

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ALEXANDER & THE TERRIBLE, HORRIBLE, NO GOOD, VERY BAD DAY MARCH 14 - 2:00 TO 4:00 P.M.

ONWARD MARCH 15 - 2:00 TO 4:00 P.M.

BLACKHAT MARCH 20 - 5:30 TO 7:45 P.M.

REMEMBER THE TITANS APRIL 18 - 5:30 TO 7:30 P.M.

FLY AWAY HOME APRIL 26 - 2:00 TO 4:00 P.M.

WHITE BIRD: A WONDER STORY APRIL 28 - 2:30 TO 4:30 P.M.

Sarnia Library Theatre Events

RHYTHMS OF LAMBTON - REBOUND ROCKS

Thursday, April 11 - 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.

RHYTHMS OF LAMBTON LAMBTON CONCERT BAND

Rebound Rocks mentors youth aged 13 to 24 and teaches them performance skills, live sound production, song writing and event management.

The Lambton Concert Band continues the tradition of concert band music making that has long been a part of the Lambton County community. The band is comprised of members from across the County who play a variety of instruments including brass and woodwind.

ONE BOOK LAMBTON - LARRY TOWELL AND “THE MENNONITES”

Wednesday, March 6 - 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.

RHYTHMS OF LAMBTON FOREST EXCELSIOR BAND

Tuesday, March 26 - 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.

Saturday, April 27 - 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.

Larry Towell is an internationally renowned freelance photographer. Towell will be presenting on his past and more recent bodies of work, followed by a book signing.

Experience an evening of old time jazz, swing, and some contemporary tunes with the Forest Excelsior Band.

Now Showing

ONE BOOK LAMBTON - FILM SCREENING AND Q & A WITH ACTOR SHAYLA BROWN

FROZEN - SING ALONG EDITION (2013)

Wednesday, April 3 - 6:30 to 9:00 p.m.

Watch the award-winning film Women Talking, followed by a Q & A with actor Shayla Brown who starred as Helena in the film. Shayla Brown is an acclaimed actor in TV, live theatre and feature film. She has acted alongside Jason Momoa in the Apple TV Plus sci-fi series See. In April 2022 she made her Toronto stage debut at the Crows Theatre in Orphans for the Czar. In December 2022 she appeared in Women Talking, a film directed by Sarah Polley. Shayla, who has been blind since birth, is an advocate for better representation of the visually impaired in a more inclusive Hollywood.

WOMEN TALKING (2022)

Rated PG-13 104 minutes

Winner of the 2023 Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay. Women of an isolated religious community grapple with reconciling a brutal reality with their faith.

When the women discover who has been drugging and attacking them at night, they’re given an ultimatum.

Forgive them or leave.

Tuesday, March 12 - 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Rated G 110 minutes

Lyrics will be displayed on the screen and audience members are encouraged to “Let It Go” and sing along to their favourite songs from their seats.

SHREK 2 (2004)

Wednesday, March 13 – 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Rated PG 92 minutes After their marriage, Fiona’s parents are struggling to accept Shrek, an ogre, as their son-in-law.

ALEXANDER & THE TERRIBLE, HORRIBLE, NO GOOD, VERY BAD DAY (2014)

Thursday, March 14 – 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Rated G 81 minutes

Join Alexander’s journey through a series of unfortunate events; he learns he isn’t alone in his struggles.

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ONWARD (2020)

REMEMBER THE TITANS (2000)

Friday, March 15 – 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Rated PG 103 minutes

Thursday, April 18 – 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Rated G 113 minutes

Teenage elf brothers Ian and Barley go on a magical quest to spend one more day with their late father. Their journey is filled with cryptic maps, impossible obstacles, and unimaginable discoveries.

The true story of a newly appointed African American coach and his high school team on their first season as a racially integrated unit.

BLACKHAT (2015)

Friday, April 26 – 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Rated G 107 minutes

Wednesday, March 20 – 5:30 to 7:45 p.m.

Rated 14A 132 minutes After a Hong Kong nuclear plant and the Mercantile Trade Exchange in Chicago are hacked by unknown perpetrators, a federal agent proposes that the FBI work with China to find the cyber-criminals.

BROTHER BEAR (2003)

Thursday, March 28 – 1:00 to 2:30 p.m.

Rated G 85 minutes When an impulsive boy named Kenai is magically transformed into a bear, he must walk in another’s footsteps until he learns some valuable life lessons.

RATATOUILLE (2007)

Saturday, March 30 – 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Rated G 110 minutes A rat named Remy dreams of becoming a great chef despite his family’s wishes and the obvious problem of being a rat in a decidedly rodent-phobic profession.

RAYA AND THE LAST DRAGON (2021)

Thursday, April 11 – 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.

Rated G 100 minutes

In Kumandra, humans and dragons lived together until the Druun attacked. The dragons sacrificed themselves to save humanity. Now, the Druun have returned, and a warrior must find the last dragon to defeat them.

FLY AWAY HOME (1996)

A 13-year-old girl and her estranged father learn what family is all about when they adopt an orphaned flock of geese and teach them how to fly.

WHITE BIRD: A WONDER STORY (2023)

Sunday, April 28 – 2:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Rated PG-13 122 minutes

Based on the book by the best-selling author of Wonder, this uplifting movie shows how one act of kindness can live on forever.

Movie and Trivia Challenges Enjoy a movie at Sarnia Library Theatre, followed by a trivia challenge to test your knowledge about the film.

INDIANA JONES AND THE DIAL OF DESTINY (2023)

Saturday, March 9 – 2:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Rated PG 142 minutes

Archaeologist Indiana Jones races against time to retrieve a legendary artifact that can change the course of history.

SHREK (2001)

Monday, March 11 – 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Rated PG 90 minutes A mean lord exiles fairytale creatures to the swamp of a grumpy ogre, who must go on a quest and rescue a princess for the lord in order to get his land back.

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Region One Sarnia Library Kids LEGO CLUB

Tuesday, March 12, Friday, March 15 – 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.

Ages 6-12 Master your LEGO skills while developing engineering and creativity skills.

Teens LEARNING FOR LIFE – TEEN DUNGEONS & DRAGONS

LEARNING FOR LIFE: DON’T GET SCAMMED – LEARN HOW TO RECOGNIZE AND AVOID FRAUD AND SCAMS

Wednesday, March 6 – 10:00 to 11:00 a.m.

Don’t fall victim to increasingly sophisticated methods of fraud. Learn to recognize and avoid scams and fraud, and how to report it.

LEARNING FOR LIFE – KNITTING

Wednesday, March 6, 20, April 3, 17 – 3:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Adults & Teens Begin with basic knit and purl stitches, then expand your skill set with techniques such as increasing and decreasing stitches. Small projects using these techniques will be presented.

Thursday, March 7, April 4 – 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Ages 12-17

Learn how to create a character, roleplay, and explore as adventurers in the magical realm of Dungeons & Dragons!

ELIZABETH SOLTIS – AUTHOR TALK

Wednesday, March 6 – 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.

TEEN DIY – “HELLO” EMBROIDERY BOARD

Engage in an evening with author Elizabeth Soltis.

Learn about her new book Authentic Collaboration: A Bridge to Meaningful Connection. Together, we’ll unpack the art of healthy relationship-building.

Tuesday, April 2 – 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Create a unique laser-cut “Hello” sign from wood and simple embroidery stitches. All materials will be provided.

Adults LEARNING FOR LIFE – ENGLISH CONVERSATION CIRCLE

Saturday, March 2, 16, 30, April 13, 27 – 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Thursday, March 7, April 4 – 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Practice your English with other English language learners. All levels are welcome.

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LEARNING FOR LIFE – TRIVIA NIGHT

Monday, March 11, April 8 – 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.

Challenge your friends in a night of trivia. Test your knowledge of geography, science, sports, literature, and popular culture.

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DUNGEONS & DRAGONS – BEGINNERS AND BEYOND

Saturday, March 23 – 3:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Learn how to create a character, roleplay, and achieve your fantastical goals in the magical realm of Dungeons & Dragons!

Discover the digital, print, and analog resources available to enhance your family history research. Learn how to use the microfilm machine and navigate the library’s periodical collection.

Thursday, March 14, 28, April 11, 25 – 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.

ADULT DIY – LASER CUT WOODEN BIRD HOUSE

Saturday, March 16 – 3:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Learn how to use the laser cutter and build a wooden birdhouse.

ADULT DIY - BEGINNER EMBROIDERY SERIES

Sunday, March 17, April 14 – 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.

March – Stitch Sampler: Participants will learn basic embroidery stitches that will be needed for future programs in this series. Supplies will be provided, but participants are encouraged to bring their fabric of choice that can serve as a blank canvas or a colourful backdrop to enhance stitching.

April – Spring Bird Embroidered Felt Ornament: Sew and decorate a felt bird to welcome spring! This project will require basic sewing and stitch knowledge, but a review of embroidery stitches will be provided.

LEARNING FOR LIFE – BRAIN INJURY ASSOCIATION SARNIA-LAMBTON (BIASL)

Monday, March 18 – 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

BIASL is a non-profit organization helping to enhance the lives of people in the Sarnia-Lambton area living with the effects of Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) through education, awareness, support and activities. Join a guest speaker from BIASL for Brain Awareness Week. This program is designed for teens and adults.

LEARNING FOR LIFE – WRITING CHALLENGE

Friday, March 22, April 19 – 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.

Instructions for submission will be emailed to you after registering.

March – Flash Fiction Word Prompt: Clear Word Count: 25 words.

April – Talk the Talk Word Prompt: Paint Word Count: 300 words.

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INTRODUCTION TO ARCHIVES WITH ARCHIVIST NICOLE ASZALOS

Thursday, April 4 – 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.

Archives, along with libraries and museums, play an essential role in helping us preserve and understand our past. In this hour-long program, Lambton County Archives Supervisor/Archivist Nicole Aszalos outlines the history and importance of the archives in our community while examining the types of materials preserved in the Lambton County Archives.

ADULT DIY – CROCHET 101

Sunday, April 7 – 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.

Explore the foundational crochet stitches: learn how to hold your hook, make a slip knot, cast on, and chain.

ADULT DIY – CREATE A STRESS RELIEF KIT

Friday, April 12 – 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.

Use everyday objects to create a Stress Relief Kit and discuss practical ideas for stress relief. Library staff will present library materials that may help support stress relief.

IPAD BASICS

Saturday, April 13 – 3:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Learn the basic operation of an Apple iPad. Learn such Apple iPad functions as how to connect to Wi-Fi, how to download an app, how to take a photo, and much more.

This is a hands-on event, so bring your Apple iPad to follow along.

ADULT DIY – “HELLO” EMBROIDERY BOARD

Tuesday, April 16 – 3:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Use simple embroidery to create a unique wooden “Hello” sign. All materials will be provided.

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Arkona Library Kids WINTER WILDLIFE WITH PINERY PARK NATURALISTS

Wednesday, March13 - 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Ages 4-8

How much do you know about hibernation? The Pinery Naturalists will teach about local wildlife and what they do in the winter and early spring in this fun, hands-on program. Beavers and birds, turtles and frogs, there’s so much life to explore! This is an interactive program where participants will have the chance to touch and feel many different natural artifacts.

Adults TRUE CRIME NIGHT

Monday, March 11, April 8 – 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.

AUTHOR TALK – GLENN STOTT

Monday, April 15 – 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.

Calling all local history and true crime fans! Author Glenn Stott will be reading and explaining excerpts of his book, Blood on the Snow: The Donnellys and the Biddulph Tragedy, followed by a discussion of the case with participants.

Forest Library Kids LEGO CLUB

Tuesday, March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 26, 30– 3:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Friday, March 15 - 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

3:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Ages 6-12 Master your LEGO skills while developing engineering and creativity skills.

Participants will discuss famous cold cases after receiving a case file containing relevant facts, images, and maps. This program is strongly recommended for participants 18+ as themes can be distressing.

with International Bestselling Author Christopher Paolini THURSDAY, MARCH 14 AT 4:00 P.M.

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WINTER WILDLIFE WITH PINERY PARK NATURALISTS

Thursday, March14 - 3:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Ages 4-8

How much do you know about hibernation? The Pinery Naturalists will teach about local wildlife and what they do in the winter and early spring in this fun, hands-on program. Beavers and birds, turtles and frogs, there’s so much life to explore! This is an interactive program where participants will have the chance to touch and feel many different natural artifacts.

Adults LEARNING FOR LIFE – TRAVEL TALKS WITH TERRY

Wednesday, March 6 – 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.

Do you love to travel and want to meet other travel enthusiasts? Join travel advisor Terry Coles during this informational session in which he will share his travel tips and advice from his over 20 years of experience.

ADULT DIY

Saturday, March 9 – 10:00 to 11:00 a.m.

Friday, April 19 – 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

March - Needle Felting: Celebrate Spring by making your very own needle-felted sheep. Needle felting is the art of turning wool fiber into an object using a special needle.

April - Paper Art: Transform paper into a 3D artwork.

Using paper, tape and scissors we will make a forest scene.

ST. JOHN AMBULANCE THERAPY DOG PROGRAM

LEARNING FOR LIFE – PRUNING 101

PAWS 4 STORIES WITH ST. JOHN AMBULANCE THERAPY DOGS – WINTER READING PROGRAM

Thursday, March 21 – 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.

Join a therapy dog for a 15-minute reading session intended to boost self-confidence and a love of reading.

Children will have one-to-one reading time with Mocha, a certified children’s therapy dog from St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog Program.

LEARNING FOR LIFE – GARDENING WITH BULBS

Friday, March 1, Tuesday, March 5, Friday, March 8 – 3:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Ages 6-12

Teens

Learn to prune like a pro! For some gardeners pruning is an enjoyable task, for others, it can be overwhelming. Learn the basics of pruning, from pruning fruit trees to roses.

Thursday, April 11 – 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Spring has arrived! Tulips, daffodils, hyacinths, snowdrops, and scillas are blooming. Learn best practices when gardening with bulbs.

Grand Bend Library

PLAY WITH PS4

Monday, March 11, Tuesday, March 12, Wednesday, March 13, Thursday, March 14, – 10:00 to 7:00 p.m.

Friday, March 15, Saturday, March 16 – 10:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Sunday, March 17 – 1:00 to 7:00 p.m.

Book a time slot to play with PlayStation 4.

Kids MARCH BREAK – PLAY WITH NES

Monday, March 11, Wednesday, March 13, Thursday, March 14, Friday, March 15 – 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

All Ages Rediscover the NES Mini (Original Nintendo Entertainment System). Stop in or call 519-238-2067 to book your time slot. Play the games we have or order games ahead of time from our collection.

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Adults ONE BOOK LAMBTON – WOMEN’S INSTITUTES IN LAMBTON COUNTY

Thursday, March 7 – 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Explore the rich history of Women’s Institutes across Lambton County with the Lambton County Archives.

LEARNING FOR LIFE – TRAVEL TALKS WITH TERRY

Friday, March 8 – 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.

Do you love to travel and want to meet other travel enthusiasts? Join travel advisor Terry Coles during this informational session in which he will share his travel tips and advice from his over 20 years of experience.

ADULT DIY

Friday, March 15, April 26 - 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.

March - Sakura Inspired Easter Egg: Explore your creative side as we engage in making a Sakura inspired Easter Egg to display. This project will use yarn, paint markers and colorful sequins.

April - Eco Friendly Macrame Plant Holder: This project is a simple introduction to the art of macrame.

Thedford Library Kids WINTER WILDLIFE WITH PINERY PARK NATURALISTS

LEARNING FOR LIFE – WOMEN’S INTERVAL HOME Tuesday, March12 - 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Thursday, April 4 – 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Ages 4-8

A presentation and discussion with the County Outreach Counsellor from the Women’s Interval Home. Learn about the various services specifically offered for residents in rural areas of Lambton County and how you can be a community ally.

How much do you know about hibernation? The Pinery Naturalists will teach about local wildlife and what they do in the winter and early spring in this fun, hands-on program. Beavers and birds, turtles and frogs, there’s so much life to explore! This is an interactive program where participants will have the chance to touch and feel many different natural artifacts.

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Adults

WINTER WILDLIFE WITH PINERY PARK NATURALISTS

LEARNING FOR LIFE - RETURN OF THE TUNDRA SWANS

Monday, March11 - 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Ages 4-8

How much do you know about hibernation? The Pinery Naturalists will teach about local wildlife and what they do in the winter and early spring in this fun, hands-on program. Beavers and birds, turtles and frogs, there’s so much life to explore! This is an interactive program where participants will have the chance to touch and feel many different natural artifacts.

Adults

Thursday, March 7 - 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.

Join an educator from Lambton Heritage Museum to learn more about the swan’s yearly migration and discover some of the best places and times to view the swans in all their magnificence!

LEARNING FOR LIFE – TRAVEL TALKS WITH TERRY

Friday, March 8 – 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Do you love to travel and want to meet other travel enthusiasts? Join travel advisor Terry Coles during this informational session in which he will share his travel tips and advice from his over 20 years of experience.

LEARNING FOR LIFE – TRAVEL TALKS WITH TERRY

Wednesday, March 6 – 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Join travel advisor Terry Coles during this informational session in which he will share his travel tips and advice from his over 20 years of experience.

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LEARNING FOR LIFE – WOMEN’S INTERVAL HOME

Thursday, April 11 – 4:30 – 6:00 p.m.

A presentation and discussion with the County Outreach Counsellor from the Women’s Interval Home. Learn about the various services specifically offered for residents in rural areas of Lambton County and how you can be a community ally.

ONE BOOK LAMBTON - BOOKS GONE HOLLYWOOD TRIVIA NIGHT

Friday, April 12 - 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Adults LEARNING FOR LIFE – TRAVEL TALKS WITH TERRY

Monday, March 4 – 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.

Do you love to travel and want to meet other travel enthusiasts? Join travel advisor Terry Coles during this informational session in which he will share his travel tips and advice from his over 20 years of experience.

LEARNING FOR LIFE – PRUNING 101

Thursday, March 7 – 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

How well do you know which movies and TV shows are based on books? Challenge your friends to a night of trivia! Refreshments will be provided. Seating is limited and registration is required.

Learn to prune like a pro! For some gardeners pruning is an enjoyable task, for others, it can be overwhelming.

Learn the basics of pruning, from pruning fruit trees to roses.

Watford Library

HEALTH EDUCATION WITH NORTH LAMBTON COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTRE

Kids

Tuesday, March 12, April 9 – 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.

BOARD GAME CLUB

Practitioners from North Lambton Community Health Centre will lead a series on health education, with different monthly topics. Learn practical tips for your overall well-being.

March - Eating Well with Diabetes April - Age Well at Home

Let the good times roll! Challenge your friends and family to board game fun at the library.

ADULT DIY

Tuesday, March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 – 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Ages 10-15

WINTER WILDLIFE WITH PINERY PARK NATURALISTS

Tuesday, March12 – 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.

Ages 4-8

How much do you know about hibernation? The Pinery Naturalists will teach about local wildlife and what they do in the winter and early spring in this fun, hands-on program. Beavers and birds, turtles and frogs, there’s so much life to explore! This is an interactive program where participants will have the chance to touch and feel many different natural artifacts.

Thursday, March 28, April 18 – 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

March - Needle Felting: Celebrate Spring by making your very own needle-felted sheep. Needle felting is the art of turning wool fiber into an object using a special needle.

April - Paper Art: Transform paper into a 3D artwork.

Using paper, tape and scissors we will make a forest scene.

LEARNING FOR LIFE – GARDENING WITH BULBS

Monday, April 15 – 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.

Spring has arrived! Tulips, daffodils, hyacinths, snowdrops, and scillas are blooming. Learn best practices when gardening with bulbs.

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS WORKSHOP LEARNING FOR LIFE

Tuesday, April 16 - 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.

Do you know to prepare yourself and your family for an emergency? Learn steps to prepare for, respond to, and recover from various types of emergencies. @LCLIBRARYCA

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Region Three

Alvinston Library Kids INTERNET SAFETY FOR TWEENS

Friday, April 26 – 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Ages 10-13

The Sexual Assault Survivors’ Centre will speak to tweens about how to use the Internet safely. This presentation will be for both tweens and their caregivers.

Adults LEARNING FOR LIFE: DON’T GET SCAMMED!

Friday, March 1 – 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Don’t fall victim to increasingly sophisticated methods of fraud. Learn to recognize and avoid scams and fraud and how to report it.

LEARNING FOR LIFE – CANASTA CLUB

HEALTH EDUCATION WITH NORTH LAMBTON COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTRE

Thursday, March 28, April 25 – 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.

Join practitioners from North Lambton Community Health Centre for a series on health education, with different monthly topics.

March - Eating Well with Diabetes April - Age Well at Home

LEARNING FOR LIFE – INNOVATION AND DISRUPTION – THE EARLY PETROLEUM INDUSTRY IN LAMBTON

Thursday, April 11 – 10:00 to 11:00 a.m.

Learn from Christina Sydorko, the Education Program Coordinator at the Oil Museum of Canada, about the early days of the petroleum industry in Lambton County.

Florence Library

Thursday, March 7, 14, 21, 28, April 4, 11, 18, 25 – 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.

Adults

Canasta is a fun, social, and challenging card game. It is a partnership game that is played with two decks of cards.

ADULT DIY

ADULT DIY

Thursday, March 14, April 4 – 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

March – Shamrock Wreath: Follow step-by-step instructions to make a St. Patrick’s Day themed wreath.

April – Floral Spring Wreath: Make a beautiful, blooming spring wreath to hang at your home

ONE BOOK LAMBTON – BOOKS GONE HOLLYWOOD TRIVIA NIGHT

Tuesday, March 5, 26, April 2, 23, 30 – 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.

March 5 - Acrylic Pouring: Liquid acrylic paint is poured onto the canvas and tilted to guide the paint into place.

March 26 - Pull String Art Painting: Create unique designs by pulling strings through paint.

April 2 - Styrofoam Prints: Learn about relief printing with easy to carve materials.

April 23 - Shadow Painting: Create beautiful shadow art by tracing shadow and light on paper and painting it.

April 30 - Spinning Painting: Create art like Damien Hirst, a famous British artist.

Friday, March 22 – 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

How well do you know which movies and TV shows are based on books? Challenge your friends to a night of trivia! Refreshments will be provided. Seating is limited and registration is required.

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LEARNING FOR LIFE – EXPLORE WITH CODING FOR ADULTS

Thursday, March 14, 21 – 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Saturday, March 16, 23 – 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.

Tuesday, March 19 – 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.

Adults ADULT DIY

Tuesday, March 5, April 2 – 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

An opportunity for adults to explore and learn coding with robotics, circuits, and coding.

Learn basic techniques to make crochet squares. Crochet hooks will be available to borrow and yarn will be provided.

ONE BOOK LAMBTON – WOMEN’S INSTITUTES IN LAMBTON COUNTY

Tuesday, March 26, April 23 – 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday, March 19 – 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.

Explore the rich history of Women’s Institutes across Lambton County with the Lambton County Archives.

LEARNING FOR LIFE – IT’S NOT RIGHT! HELPING OLDER ADULTS AT RISK OF ABUSE

Tuesday, April 9 – 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Learn to identify the warning signs of abuse and help older adults who are at risk. For more information, please visit itsnotright.ca.

Oil Springs Adults

Learn different approaches to writing through monthly exercises and peer feedback.

LEARNING FOR LIFE – GENEALOGY CLUB

Thursday, March 28, April 25 – 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.

Explore your genealogy with AncestryLibrary. Learn how to access AncestryLibrary using the library’s public computers or your personal device while connected to the library’s wifi.

Petrolia Library Kids LEGO CLUB

ADULT DIY

Thursday, March 7, 21, 4, 18 – 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

March 7 - Shamrock Garland: Create a yarn shamrock garland for St. Patrick’s Day. March 21 - Spring Wreath: Make a Spring-inspired wreath to welcome the new season.

April 4 - Yarn Birds: Create birds out of yarn for springtime décor.

April 18 - Yarn Art: Create an abstract, textile artwork on canvas with yarn.

Inwood Library Kids MARCH BREAK KIDS’ CLUB – SPELLING BEE

Thursday, March 14 – 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.

Ages 6-10

This out-loud spelling challenge will keep up literacy skills during March Break.

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LEARNING FOR LIFE – WRITER’S CLUB

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Saturday, March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, April 6, 13, 20, 27 – 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Ages 6-12 Master your LEGO skills while developing engineering and creativity skills.

STORYTIME AT THE PETROLIA YMCA 360 TANK ST, PETROLIA

Wednesday, March 6, 13, 20, 27, April 3, 10, 17, 24 – 9:00 to 9:30 a.m.

Ages 3-5 Join library staff at the Petrolia YMCA to explore language-rich stories with your child to expand their vocabulary, phonological awareness, and numeracy skills at this 30-minute storytime.

SATURDAY KIDS’ CLUB

Saturday, March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, April 6, 13, 20, 27 – 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Ages 6-12 Spend Saturday morning creating crafts, playing games, and making new friends!

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MARCH BREAK KIDS’ CLUB

Monday, March 11 – 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Tuesday, March 12 – 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.

Kids & Teens March 11 - Spelling Bee: Win stickers! Words will be drawn from lists of three, four or five-letter words.

March 12 - Murder Mystery Theatre: Use acting, improv skills, deductive reasoning, and problem solving during this group murder mystery activity for tweens and teens!

AFTERSCHOOL DUNGEONS & DRAGONS

Thursday, March 7, 14, 21, 28, April 4, 11, 18, 25 – 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Ages 10-13 Learn how to create a character, roleplay, and explore as adventurers - in the magical realm of Dungeons & Dragons!

TWEEN CLUB

Friday, March 1, 22, April 5, 12, 19, 26 – 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Friday, March 8 – 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Ages 10-13 March 1 – CD Weaving: Create unique fiber art.

March 8 – Rock Painted Ladybug: Paint rocks to look like ladybugs.

March 22 – Cardboard Constructions: Put your engineering skills to the test.

April 5 – Clay Pot Painting: Paint pots and plant seeds.

April 12 – Board Game Day: Play board games with friends.

April 19 – DIY Name Garland: Create a decorative wall hanging using the letters of your name.

April 26 – Pattern Art: Create patterns and learn about mathematical concepts with pattern art.

ESCAPE ROOM

Tuesday, March 12 – 3:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Ages 8+ A safety deposit box has been discovered containing the coordinates to a buried family treasure. You need to act quickly to find the treasure, or it will be lost forever!

Adults ADULT DIY

Tuesday, March 5, April 16, 30 – 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.

March 5 – Make a Rag Wreath April 16 – Decorative Dancers April 30 – Spring Watercolour Painting

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: BEGINNERS AND BEYOND

Thursday, March 7, 14, 21, 28, April 4, 11, 18 – 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Learn how to create a character, roleplay, and achieve your fantastical goals in the magical realm of Dungeons & Dragons!

LEARNING FOR LIFE – DUNGEONS & DRAGONS INFORMATION SESSIONS

Thursday, March 14 – 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.

Learn about the most popular tabletop roleplaying game of the decade.

LEARNING FOR LIFE – DIABETES WORKSHOP

Tuesday, March 19 – 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.

The Central Lambton Family Health Team will share information for preventing diabetic foot problems and how to maintain a healthy diet with diabetes.

LEARNING FOR LIFE – INTERPRETIVE PAINT

Tuesday, March 19 – 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.

Let music guide you to create your next masterpiece.

Recommended for 16 +

Shetland Library LEGO CLUB

Wednesday, March 6, 13, 20, 27 – 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Ages 6-12 Master your LEGO skills while developing engineering and creativity skills.

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BRIGDEN - CORUNNA - COURTRIGHT - MOORETOWN - PORT LAMBTON - SOMBRA WILKESPORT

Region Four Brigden Library Teens SCRABBLE CLUB

Corunna Library Kids MARCH BREAK

Tuesday, March 5, 12, 19, 26 – 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Ages 12-15

Wednesday, March 13 – 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Friday, March 15 – 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.

The Scrabble Club meets weekly to learn the standard rules of Scrabble and some common modifiers, too!

Participants will expand their vocabularies, practice their problem-solving abilities, and hone their Scrabble skills culminating in a tournament on March 26th

March 13 – Pot of Gold: Create a rainbow that leads to a pot of gold.

March 15 – Picnic Party: Craft a paper picnic - but watch out for the paper ants!

PA DAY – STRINGS OF POSSIBILITIES

LEARNING FOR LIFE: RESUME 101 – CREATING A BASIC RESUME

Friday, April 26 – 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.

In this one-hour workshop for teens, you will learn the basics of creating a resumé built with the latest tips, tricks, and advice to help you land the job interview.

A limited number of devices will be available for participant use. Participants can bring their own device equipped with Microsoft Word.

Adults

Thursday, March 14, April 11 – 5:00 to 6:00 p.m.

Adults

SETTLERS OF CATAN

Friday, March 1, 22, April 5, 19 – 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Learn how to play Settlers of Catan. Catan is a board game for 2-4 players. Compete to gather resources and build the biggest settlements on Catan Island.

ADULT DIY

Wednesday, March 13, April 10 – 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

March 13 – Tiny Bead Frogs: Learn 3D beading techniques to make a frog with wire and beads.

April 10 – Recycled Light Jars: Transform recycled jars into beautiful lights. This project will involve paint and glue and may get messy.

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Build zipline creations, paint with yarn, and learn a string game. This drop-in program is great for all school-aged kids.

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ADULT DIY

Friday, March 8, April 12, Wednesday, April 24 – 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.

March 8 – Tiny Beaded Frogs: Learn 3D beading techniques to make a frog with wire and beads.

April 12 – Recycled Jar Lights: Transform recycled jars into beautiful lights. This project will involve paint and glue and may get messy.

April 24 – Self-Watering Planter: Celebrate Earth week by creating self-watering planters out of upcycled materials. All materials will be provided, but feel free to bring your own seeds.

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LEARNING FOR LIFE – IT’S NOT RIGHT! HELPING OLDER ADULTS AT RISK OF ABUSE

Monday, April 15 – 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.

Sombra Library Kids PA DAY FUN

Friday, April 26 – 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Ages 5-12

Visit the library for a day of activities, crafts, games and Learn to identify the warning signs of abuse and help older adults who are at risk. For more information, please stories. visit itsnotright.ca

ONE BOOK LAMBTON – BOOKS GONE HOLLYWOOD TRIVIA NIGHT

Wednesday, April 24 – 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

How well do you know which movies and TV shows are based on books? Challenge your friends to a night of trivia! Refreshments will be provided. Seating is limited and registration is required.

Port Lambton Library Kids MARCH BREAK KIDS’ CLUB

Monday, March 11 – 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Thursday, March 13 – 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Ages 5-12 March 11 – Everything but the Kitchen Sink: Use crafting materials to make imaginative projects.

March 13 – Stop Bugging Me: Learn about bugs, then search for hidden creepy crawlies in the library. Once found, decorate them!

Adults ADULT DIY

Thursday, March 21 – 12:00 to 2:00 p.m.

Thursday, April 25 – 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.

March 4 – Cork Flower Wreath: Use hand-painted wine corks to design a seasonal wreath.

April 25 – Self-watering Planter: Celebrate Earth Week by creating self-watering planters out of upcycled materials. All materials will be provided, but feel free to bring your own seeds.

Wilkesport Library Kids

MARCH BREAK KIDS’ CLUB

Tuesday, March 12 – 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Thursday, March 13 – 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Ages 5-12

ADULT DIY – 3D YARN PAINTINGS

March 12 – Everything But The Kitchen Sink: Use crafting materials to make imaginative projects.

March 13 – Mad Hatter Tea Party: Dress up in your finest outfit (or favourite costume) to join us for a tea party! Play crazy croquet, make Play-Doh tea cakes, enjoy games and crafts among the book stacks during this Mad Hatter Tea Party.

Create a painting with yarn and add texture and dimension to your work.

Adults

Adults Wednesday, April 3 – 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

ADULT DIY – 3D YARN PAINTINGS

Thursday, March 7 – 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Create a painting with yarn to add texture and dimension to your work.

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BRIGHT’S GROVE - CAMLACHIE - POINT EDWARD - WYOMING

Region Five Bright’s Grove Library Kids

Teens TEEN DIY

Tuesday, March 12, 21, April 18 - 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

ESCAPE ROOM – WINTER READING PROGRAM

Saturday, March 2 – 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.

Tuesday, March 5 – 4:30 to 5:30 & 6:00 -7:00 p.m.

Ages 8-12

A clue from the past. An ancient treasure. Will you be able to crack the code and claim your inheritance? Best keep your eye on the clock. There is no time to lose.

FAMILY CRAFT

Saturday, March 9, 16, April 6, 20 – 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.

All Ages March 9 – Plasticine Animals: Create animals from coiled plasticine.

March 16 – Sand Art Painting: Create a masterpiece using glue, sugar and chalk.

April 6 – Watercolour Postcard: Decorate a postcard and explore simple watercolour techniques.

April 20 – Flowerpot Planters: Decorate a flower pot and plant it with this year’s One Seed Lambton.

March 12 – Photo Art Display: Make a display piece for your photos.

March 21 – Shifting Sands Art Jar: Make a shifting sands art jar using sugar and chalk.

April 18 – Flowerpot Planters: Decorate a flower pot and plant it with this year’s One Seed Lambton.

Adults ADULT DIY

Tuesday, March 5, April 2– 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.

March – Fiber Hanging: Make a fun wall hanging that you can use at home to decorate any space.

April – Napkin Rings for Spring: Create seasonal napkin rings.

AUTHOR TALK – ELIZABETH SOLTIS

Thursday, April 11 – 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.

MARCH BREAK KIDS’ CLUB - FAIRY TALE FUN

Join author Elizabeth Soltis and discover the art of building healthy relationships through her new book, Authentic Collaboration: A Bridge to Meaningful Connection.

Monday, March 11, Tuesday, March 12, Wednesday, March 13, Thursday, March 14 - 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Friday, March 15 - 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.

Ages 5-8 March 11 - Goldilocks and the Three Bears March 12 - Jack and the Beanstalk March 13 - Princess and the Pea March 14 - Rapunzel March 15 - Three Little Pigs

AUTHOR ELIZABETH SOLTIS

PA DAY EXTRAVAGANZA

Friday, April 26 - 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

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Camlachie Library Kids ESCAPE ROOM – WINTER READING PROGRAM

Saturday, March 2 – 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.

Wednesday, March 6 – 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.

A clue from the past. An ancient treasure. Will you be able to crack the code and claim your inheritance? Best keep your eye on the clock. There is no time to lose.

MARCH BREAK – ERIC CARLE DAY

Thursday, March 14 – 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Read The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle and Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? By Bill Martin, pictures by Eric Carle. Use paper tubes to paint a caterpillar, design a segment for a giant caterpillar for our bulletin board and participate in a Brown Bearthemed search and find.

Point Edward Library Kids

ESCAPE ROOM – WINTER READING PROGRAM

Friday, March 1 – 4:00 to 5:00 p.m., 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Friday, March 8 – 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.

A clue from the past. An ancient treasure. Will you be able to crack the code and claim your inheritance? Best keep your eye on the clock. There is no time to lose.

KIDS’ I SPY CLUB

Monday, March 11 – 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.

Friday, March 15 – 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Ages 6 -12 Write secret messages, solve brain teasers and complete a scavenger hunt by answering riddles.

Adults ADULT DIY

Friday, March 8, April 23 – 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

March 8 – Tundra Swan Button Art: Every year, Tundra Swans stop in the fields behind the Lambton Heritage Museum on their way back up to the Northwest Territories and Nunavut. Create a Tundra Swan artwork on canvas and learn more about Tundra Swans.

April 23 – Macrame Feathers: Learn techniques to make two macrame feathers. Return to the next workshops in May and June to assemble a wall project using the feathers, driftwood and beads.

LEARNING FOR LIFE – SPICE CLUB

Wednesday, March 20, April 10 – 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

At each meeting, learn about a featured spice, receive a new spice sample, and share recipe results.

TEA AND THE TITANIC

Tuesday, April 9 – 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.

Learn about the captivating story of John McCrie, an international oil driller who was a former Sarnia resident and his connection to the Titanic. Presented in partnership with the Oil Museum of Canada. Afternoon tea will be served.

Wyoming Library Kids LEGO CLUB

Thursday, March 7, 14, 21, 28, April 4, 11, 18, 25 – 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Ages 6-12 Master your LEGO skills while developing engineering and creativity skills.

ESCAPE ROOM – WINTER READING PROGRAM

Thursday, March 7 - 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

A clue from the past. An ancient treasure. Will you be able to crack the code and claim your inheritance? Keep your eye on the clock. There is no time to lose.

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MARCH BREAK

Monday, March 11, Wednesday, March 13, Thursday, March 14, Friday, March 15 – 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.

Ages 3-6 March 11 - Eric Carle Day: Make a giant paper caterpillar for our bulletin board and read The Very Hungry Caterpillar

by Eric Carle.

March 13 - Paper Bag Princess Party: Make a paper bag dress and read Paper Bag Princess by Robert Munsch.

March 14 - Paw Patrol Fire Safety: Learn how to be safe and stay safe. Join us for the games, puzzles and stories.

March 14 - Pete the Cat: Make a guitar craft and enjoy Pete the Cat stories.

WYOMING BAKE OFF – JUNIOR WORKSHOPS

Tuesday, March 12 – 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.

Wednesday, March 13 – 3:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Ages 8-12

March 12 - Cupcake Decorating: Learn how to make homemade icing and discover fun decorating tips using a variety of toppings and designs.

March 13 - Green Green Green: Learn to make a sweet marshmallow treat with a St. Patrick’s Day twist!

WYOMING BAKE OFF CHALLENGE

Submit your favourite recipe for your chance to be crowned the winner of Wyoming’s Bake Off Challenge.

Submissions will be accepted at Wyoming Library on Friday, March 15. You can submit a portion of your baking or the entire piece, but please note submissions will not be returned. If you have questions please reach out to Wyoming Library. The judges will be tasting the submissions on Saturday, March 16th, and prizes will be awarded that same day. This year we have an Adult and Junior competition and categories are listed below: Category 1: Green Goodies Category 2: Pie or Pi? Category 3: Family Heirloom

Adults

ADULT DIY

Thursday, March 21, 28, April 11, 25 – 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.

March 21 - Wool Puppies: Make a small dog out of yarn.

March 28 - Felt Bird Bookmark: Use felt to make a bookmark featuring your favourite bird.

April 11 - Magnetic Clothespin Hangers: Functional art for holding photos or recipe cards.

April 25 - Coat Hanger Butterfly: Make a butterfly lawn ornament from coat hangers.

ONE BOOK LAMBTON - AUTHOR TALK AND WRITING WORKSHOP Monday, March 25 – 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.

Join author Maria Moore for a discussion of her recent book, Not My Kind of Mennonite, followed by an interactive writing workshop.

LEARNING FOR LIFE - TRAVEL TALKS WITH TERRY

Wednesday, March 27 - 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.

Do you love to travel and want to meet other travel enthusiasts? Join travel advisor Terry Coles during this informational session in which he will share his travel tips and advice from his over 20 years of experience.

LEARNING FOR LIFE - STRESS MANAGEMENT WITH THE CENTRAL LAMBTON FAMILY HEALTH TEAM

Wednesday, April 10 - 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.

Learn how you can reduce your stress level through different techniques and coping mechanisms.

WYOMING BAKE OFF –ADULT WORKSHOPS

Monday, March 11, 13, 14 – 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

March 11 - Irish Soda Bread: Learn how to master this traditional recipe and discover the rich history of Irish Soda Bread.

March 13 - Pie Crust: Learn how to make pie crust easily with simple steps and sample the delicious result.

March 14 - English Muffin Bread: Try this family recipe for English Muffin Bread! Learn how easy making bread can be and try some delicious bread in the process. @LCLIBRARYCA

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Events at Lambton County Museums Create playlists, stream five hours of music and download three songs each week.

PA Day Event: Get Medieval!

Lambton Heritage Museum 10035 Museum Rd, Grand Bend

Friday, April 26

11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Experience the Middle Ages at Lambton Heritage Museum. Drop-in on Friday, April 26 between 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. to learn about lords, ladies, knights, and castles.

Try your hand at puzzles like our knight on a horseback floor puzzle and an oversized crossword. Challenge your family to a game of chess or Nine Men’s Morris. Get crafty and make a jousting helmet out of paper, design a tissue-paper stained glass window, and more! Admission is free for residents of Lambton County in celebration of Lambton’s 175th Anniversary. For more information, visit heritagemuseum.ca

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Free Online Courses Available with your Library Card.

Set yourself up for success with free courses from Gale Courses and LinkedIn Learning. Visit lclibrary.ca to learn more.

Start Your Own Arts and Crafts Business

Introduction to Generative AI with GPT

Gale Courses education.gale.com Enrollment dates: March 13 & April 17 Total Course time: 24 hours

LinkedIn Learning linkedin.com/learning-login Total Course time: 1 hours 5 minutes

Learn how to start your own arts and crafts business from a professional artist. Learn how to create a unique business identity, marketing strategy and a sales approach the fits your personality.

Get practical advice on skills and careers in AI. Explore what GPT-4 is, as well as some examples of its applications. Dive into the history of AI and some of the challenges and limitations of GPT-4.

Photographing Nature with Your Digital Camera

Learning Natural Light Portrait Photography

Gale Courses education.gale.com Enrollment dates: March 13 & April 17 Total Course time: 24 hours

LinkedIn Learning linkedin.com/learning-login Total course time: 2 hours 30 minutes

Explore composition and lighting and learn how to take beautiful photos of landscapes, flowers, trees, and water. Master your camera’s shutter speed and aperture controls to capture the photos you really want.

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In this course, photographer Chris Orwig shows how to shoot effective portraits in natural light— even when the light isn’t great. Learn how to create compositions, work with people, and plan a shoot.

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Battery recycling boxes are available at these Lambton County Library locations:

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Alvinston Brigden Bright’s Grove Corunna Forest Grand Bend

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Petrolia Point Edward Sarnia Watford Wyoming

Items accepted for recycling: Rechargeable and single-use batteries weighing 5 kg or less each.

Alkaline Lithium Primary Lithium Ion Nickel Cadmium Small Sealed Lead Acid Nickel Metal Hydride Nickel Zinc Wet-cell Damaged and defective

Visit call2recycle.ca or lclibrary.ca for more information.

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Library Hours and Phone Numbers Location Information & Hours

Mon

Tue 3pm-8pm

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

10am-3pm

3pm-8pm

10am-1pm

Alvinston

519-898-2921

10am-3pm

Arkona

519-828-3406

3pm-7pm

Brigden

519-864-1142

2pm-7pm

2pm-7pm

10am-3pm

2pm-7pm

10am-3pm

Bright’s Grove

519-869-2351

10am-8pm

10am-8pm

10am-8pm

10am-8pm

10am-3pm

Camlachie

519-899-2202

10am-2pm

4pm-8pm

4pm-8pm

Clearwater

Expected to Open in 2024

Corunna

519-862-1132

10am-7pm

10am-7pm

Courtright

519-867-2712

10am-2pm

4pm-8pm

10am-2pm

Florence

519-692-3213

10am-2pm

4pm-8pm

10am-2pm

Forest

519-786-5152

9am-8pm

9am-8pm

9am-8pm

9am-8pm

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Grand Bend

519-238-2067

9am-7pm

9am-7pm

9am-7pm

9am-7pm

9am-3pm

9am-12pm

Inwood

519-844-2491

Mooretown

519-867-2823

Oil Springs

519-834-2670

Petrolia

519-882-0771

9am-8pm

9am-8pm

9am-8pm

Point Edward

519-336-3291

10am-3pm

2pm-7pm

Port Franks

519-243-2820

Port Lambton

10am-2pm

10am-7pm

10am-7pm

4pm-8pm 9am–1pm

10am-2pm

10am-3pm 10am-2pm

10am-7pm

10am-2pm

10am-1pm

9am–1pm 4pm–8 pm

9am-6pm

10am-3pm

2pm-7pm

10am-3pm

10am-2pm

3pm-7pm

10am-2pm

519-677-5217

10am-2pm

3pm-7pm

Sarnia

519-337-3291

9am-8pm

Shetland

519-695-3330

10am-2pm

Sombra

519-892-3711

3pm-7pm

10am-2pm

10am-2pm

Thedford

519-296-4459

10am-2pm

4pm-8pm

4pm-8pm

Watford

519-876-2204

Wilkesport

519-864-4000

Wyoming

519-845-0181

10am-6pm

9am-8pm

12pm-8pm

10am-6pm

12pm-8pm

10am-8pm

11am-2pm

10am-2pm 9am-8pm

4pm-8pm

9am-1pm 10am-8pm

9am-8pm

10am-2pm 9am-6pm

9am-8pm

12pm-5pm

10am-2pm

4pm–8 pm 10am-2pm

Sun

9am-8pm

9am-5pm

2pm-5pm

10am-2pm

12pm-8pm

10am-1pm

3pm-7pm

9am-1pm

12pm-8pm

9am-5pm

9am-1pm

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