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For more information about programs, please contact the branch listed. For general information about this publication contact: Editor, Elaine Barr t: 905.653.READ (7323) x4108 e: elaine.barr@vaughan.ca

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ANIMATION STATION

Shatter the box office! Produce and direct one-of-a-kind movies through the universe of animation. For ages 7 – 12 Jul 27–31: PBRL $100 Aug 24–28: MA $100

Design & Layout, Chantal Chen t: 905.653.READ (7323) x4133 e: chantal.chen@vaughan.ca Vaughan Public Libraries 900 Clark Avenue West, Vaughan, Ontario L4J 8C1 • www.vaughanpl.info

BUILDING IN 3D

Explore and create objects in 3 dimensions including use of VPL’s 3D printer! For ages 8 – 13 Jul 13–17: MA $100 Aug 4–7: PBRL $80

CODE ACADEMY

Learn how to create your own video game, create gifs and memes, write basic HTML, and more. For ages 8 – 13 Jul 6 –10: MA $100 Jul 20–24: PBRL $100

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Explore robotics by designing, building, testing, and programming your very own robot using LEGO® WeDO and LEGO® Mindstorm® technology. For ages 8 – 13

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What’s New New Vending Machine for iPads & Laptops at Pleasant Ridge Library

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Welcome to What’sOn at the Library.

The City of Vaughan’s Council appointed a new 20-member Library Board. I am pleased to announce that Rose Savage has been elected Vice-Chair and Ugo Di Federico Chair of the Budget and Finance Committee.

I would like to congratulate the team of librarians from Vaughan Public Libraries (VPL) who were awarded the prestigious Angus Mowat Award of Excellence for their innovative Digital Outreach initiative. The award presented annually by the Minister of Tourism, Culture & Sport recognizes a commitment to excellence in the delivery of public library service. In addition, I am delighted to share that Margie Singleton, VPL’s CEO was elected Chair of the Federation of Ontario Public Libraries. These are indeed outstanding achievements for Vaughan Public Libraries.

Einstein reflected that: We are in the position of a little child entering a huge library, whose walls are covered to the ceiling with books in many different languages. The child knows that someone must have written those books.

He does not know who or how.

Pleasant Ridge Library, which opened recently, brings that reality into existence. It is a vibrant marketplace with children in every corner enjoying new books and space to get enriched and inspired. Kleinburg Library recently re-opened following a beautiful renovation and the Civic Centre Resource Library (CCRL) is transcending into reality with construction in full swing, on time and within budget. Keep up to date on new libraries being built and renovations to existing branches through VPL’s Building Projects Blog at www.vaughanpl.info/building.

Front row (from L): Cristina Rizzuto, Ralph Cinelli, Devender Sandhu (Chair), Margie Singleton (CEO), Rose Savage (Vice Chair), Lynne Axmith, Marilyn Iafrate.

Back row (from L): Manjit Kaur, Ugo Di Federico, Sandra Yeung Racco, Jane Kelly, Rosanna DeFrancesca, Suri Rosen, Maya Goldenberg, Mario Ferri, Isabella Ferrara, Loreta Pavese, Steve Kerwin, Mubarak Ahmed, Palma Pallante. Absent: Gary Thompson.

Mayor & Members of Council Congratulate VPL On Angus Mowat Award of Excellence Front row (from L): Councillor Rosanna DeFrancesca, Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua, Margie Singleton (CEO, Vaughan Public Libraries), Librarian Vivien Keiling, Councillor Marilyn Iafrate, Devender Sandhu (Chair, Vaughan Public Library Board), Councillor Sanda Yeung Racco, Regional Councillor Mario Ferri, Librarian Subramanya Bargula.

Back row (from L): Councillor Tony Carella, Deputy Mayor & Regional Councillor Michael Di Biase, Regional Councillor Gino Rosati, Councillor Alan Shefman.

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Who doesn’t love a vending machine? Even better, who doesn’t love a vending machine that dispenses its wares with no on-the-spot costs? And if that vending machine dispenses iPads and laptops?! You can experience the bliss of borrowing an iPad or laptop from the new kiosk at the Pleasant Ridge Library for two hours. Tap a few buttons on the touchscreen, scan your library card, and then settle into your favourite spot with a nice piece of portable tech!

Accessible Summer Reading from VPL & CELA Vaughan Public Libraries, in partnership with the Centre for Equitable Library Access (CELA), helps kids who don’t read print get audio books to participate in the TD Summer Reading Club.

Visit the Service Desk for more information.

VPL offers you free eBooks, eMagazines, eAudiobooks, videos, music & digital resources to enjoy anywhere, anytime!

Check out items from our digital collection or login to VPL's databases between July 1 – October 4 for your chance to win a pair of Toronto Maple Leafs tickets! The more you check out, the greater your chances of winning. On July 1, login to www.vaughanpl.info to enter & for more contest details!

It’s Ansley Grove Library’s 25th Birthday Party!

← Pleasant Ridge Library's Opening Celebration – April 26

From L to R: Aleksandra Dowiat-Vine, VPL Director of Planning & Communications; Joe Maio, President of Maystar General Contractors; Margie Singleton, VPL Chief Executive Officer; Devender Sandhu, VPL Board Chair; Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua, City of Vaughan; Michael McKenzie, former VPL Board Chair; Sandra Yeung Racco, Ward 4 Councillor & VPL Board Trustee; Maya Goldenberg, VPL Board Trustee & President of former Thornhill Woods Community Association; Gary McCluskie, Principal, Diamond Schmitt Architects; and Terri Watman, VPL Director of Service Delivery.

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Celebrate Ansley Grove Library's 25th birthday with fun activities, a visit from the magician IncrediBrent, and enjoy cake and light refreshments.

Saturday, June 20, 10 am - 12 pm 350 Ansley Grove Road

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Preschool programs

Sunday, June 14, 1 – 4 pm Pleasant Ridge Library

Baby Signs

300 Pleasant Ridge Avenue

Bookfest, a free celebration of reading for booklovers of all ages! Join us for

author readings, writing workshops, a children’s corner, a book swap, and much, much more. Fun for the whole family!

Meet and greet with talented local authors and join readings by award-winning writer and filmmaker David Bezmozgis, and award-winning children’s author Werner Zimmermann.

David Bezmozgis 1 – 1:30 pm

Werner Zimmermann 2:10 – 2:40 pm

1:35 – 2:05 pm • Writing Workshop:

It's in the Details: The 6 Layer Taco Method

• Family Storytime

2:45 – 3:15 pm • Writing Workshop:

What To Do When You Are Ready For Editing

• Family Storytime 3:20 – 3:50 pm • Story Mob

In this four-session parent and child workshop, get an introduction to the fundamentals of baby sign language and learn common baby signs. For ages 6–18 months with caregiver.

Please pre-register at the Service Desk.

DC Thursdays 10:15 am No program Jul 2

Born to Read

Join us for an interactive program to share stories, songs, rhymes and early literacy activities that you can continue to enjoy at home! For ages 0–18 months with a parent or caregiver.

BCRL* Wednesdays 10:30 am Wednesdays 11:30 am No program Jul 1, Aug 25 MA Tuesdays 1:30 pm No program Aug 25 PBRL Tuesdays 10:30 am No program Aug 25 PL Mondays 10:30 am No program Aug 3, 24, 31

*Tickets available at Service Desk 30 minutes before.

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Children enjoy an independent half-hour of stories, songs and activities while learning some of the social skills they will need in kindergarten. Caregivers must remain in the library. Please pre-register at the Service Desk. For ages 3–5.

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Ready to Read

Join us to read, build and play with Duplo® to help your child develop their early literacy skills. For ages 2–5.

PBRL Thursdays 10:30 am No program Aug 27

Join us for a half-hour of stories, fingerplays and activities. Come share great ideas for developing early literacy skills and a love of reading. For ages 3–5 with a parent or caregiver.

BCRL Tuesdays 10:30 am No program Aug 25 MA Thursdays 10:30 am No program Aug 27

Musical Babies

Toddling to Read

LEGO DUPLO® Read! Build! Play!

An hour-long program that incorporates musical learning with songs, rhymes and more! Offered in partnership with the Ontario Early Years Centre. Space is limited. For ages 0–12 months.

AN Fridays 10:30 am KL Wednesdays 2 pm No program Jul 1, Aug 19, 26 PBRL Mondays 3 pm No program Aug 3, 24, 31

Play, Laugh, Learn @ the Library

Indulge in the delights of unstructured play to promote early literacy. Enjoy a variety of activity stations including Duplo®, musical instruments, toys and more. Ages 5 and under.

AN Saturdays 10:30 am BCRL Fridays 11 am No program Aug 28

This program features stories, songs, action rhymes and early literacy activities that you can continue to enjoy at home! Toddlers will enjoy lots of stimulation and activity. For ages 18 months–3 years with a parent or caregiver.

AN Thursdays 10:30 am BCRL* Thursdays 10:30 am Thursdays 11:30 am No program Aug 27 MA Tuesdays 10:30 am No program Jul 1, Aug 26, 28 PBRL Wednesdays 10:30 am Fridays 10:30 am No program Jul 1, Aug 26, 28 PL Wednesdays 11:30 am No program Jul 1, Aug 26

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K'NEX® Club Hogwarts House Leagues

Children’s programs Can I Play Too?

Comedy Entertainer John Park

Elephant and Piggie, our favourite Mo Willems' characters, want you to come and play with them! Join us for fantastic fun as we read stories and play. For ages 4–6.

BCRL* Aug 20 2 pm MA* Jul 27 2 pm PL* Jul 21 2 pm WO Jul 16 7 pm

Join us for a laugh-out-loud, juggling and plate spinning routine that you won’t forget. Tickets are $5 at the Service Desk starting June 20. Space is limited.

For ages 6 and up.

AN Jul 7 2 pm BCRL Jul 6 11 am DC Jul 6 2 pm MA Jul 9 2 pm

Carnival

Create a Play

Come one, come all to the Carnival. Test your skill. Play for fun, have a ball. For ages 7 and up.

AN* Jul 9 2 pm BCRL* Aug 18 2 pm DC* Aug 13 2 pm PBRL* Jul 15 2 pm WO* Jul 28 2 pm

Catch the Magic School Bus

Where can the Bus take you? Join Ms. Frizzle and go for a ride on the Magic School Bus! "Get out there and explore!"

Wahoo! For ages 7 and up.

DC* Jul 8 2 pm MA* Jul 20 2 pm PL* Jul 30 2 pm

Calling ALL drama lovers! Step right up for an hour of dramatic fun. Write, direct and be part of your very own masterpiece! For ages 7 and up.

AN* Aug 13 2 pm BCRL* Jul 14 2 pm DC* Jul 22 2 pm PBRL* Jul 8 2 pm PL* Jul 16 2 pm

Global Games

Have fun learning games from around the world. Bring your sense of adventure and let’s play! For ages 7 and up.

AN* Aug 6 2 pm BCRL* Aug 11 2 pm DC* Jul 16 2 pm MA* Jul 29 2 pm WO* Jul 7 2 pm PL* Jul 23 2 pm

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Strike your House colours and join in on the wizarding games that made Hogwarts the place to be. Anybody up for a game of Quidditch? For ages 7 and up.

AN* Jul 30 2 pm BCRL* Jul 21 2 pm KL Aug 11 2 pm Outdoor program MA* Jul 6 2 pm WO* Jul 14 2 pm PL* Aug 6 2 pm

I’m a Detective!

Play at being your favourite sleuth by comparing fingerprints and footprints, breaking codes and making your own invisible ink so you can write secret messages! For ages 7 and up.

AN* Aug 23 2 pm BCRL* Jul 7 2 pm DC* Aug 5 2 pm MA* Jul 15 2 pm PBRL* Jul 29 2 pm PL* Aug 13 2 pm

Jumanji

In the library, this game awaits. Roll the dice, determine your fate. Test book smarts and survival skills too. Few have conquered the jungle, will you? For ages 7 and up.

BCRL* Jul 28 2 pm MA* Aug 19 2 pm PBRL* Aug 5 2 pm PL* Jul 9 2 pm WO* Jul 21 2 pm

This summer, drop in for a creative building experience using K’NEX®. You can even build a miniature golf course full of trapdoors, spiral staircases and more!

KL Jun 1 – Jul 23

Join VPL's

LEGO® Contest

Use your imagination and create an original design for our LEGO® contest.

Contact the Service Desk for contest rules and category details.

MA Aug 4

LEGO® Mania

If you like playing with LEGO®, come to our special event where you can discover stories, design and build LEGO® structures and share building tips and tricks. For ages 6–12.

AN Jun 5 & 26 2 pm BCRL* Aug 4 2 pm DC Tuesdays 6:30 pm PBRL* Aug 12 2 pm

Library Kids' Club

Make new friends and explore the library together through a fun and interactive program of games, creative activities and new library technologies.

DC Mondays 5 pm No program on Aug 3, 31

Making Music

Boom! Pow! Crash! So many sounds can come together and make music. Come for stories and songs and learn to make your own music. For ages 4–6.

BCRL* Jul 16 2 pm KL* Aug 5 3:30 pm MA* Jul 8 2 pm PBRL* Aug 6 2 pm PL* Aug 11 2 pm

Monster Mash

Unleash your inner monster at the library with stories, songs and games!

It’ll be a romping, stomping, good time!

For ages 4–6.

BCRL* Jul 30 2 pm MA* Jul 13 2 pm PBRL* Jul 23 2 pm PL* Aug 4 2 pm

P.A. Days @ Your Library

School’s out for the day! Drop by the library and pass the time with some fun activities. Contact the Service Desk for more information.

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Come get creative in this hands-on sensory-based program! We'll build, play and imagine together. For ages 4–6.

AN* Jul 21 10:30 am BCRL* Jul 9 2 pm DC* Aug 17 2 pm KL* Jul 13 2 pm MA* Aug 5 2 pm PBRL* Jul 16 2 pm WO Jul 30 7 pm

Puppet Pandemonium!

Have a flair for the dramatic? Puppets have captured our imaginations for thousands of years. Come tell stories and enjoy activities all about puppets! For ages 4–6.

DC* Jul 30 2 pm MA* Jul 22 2 pm WO Jul 9 7 pm PL* Jul 14 2 pm

Summer Movie Party

Dress up as your favourite character from Winnie the Pooh and enjoy watching the Winnie the Pooh movie on a big screen. For ages 4–6.

AN Jul 28 10:30 am

Kites, kites, kites!

Let your imagination take flight through stories, songs and activities celebrating kites! For ages 4–6.

BCRL* Jul 23 2 pm MA* Aug 17 2 pm PBRL* Jul 9 2 pm PL* Jul 28 2 pm

Playdough Play!

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Summer Reading Club End of Summer Bash

Join us for fun activities to celebrate the end of VPL’s TD Summer Reading Club 2015!

AN Aug 20 2 pm PBRL Aug 20 12 pm

Tasty, Touchy, Smelly, Feely

Look at the neat things you can do with your five senses! Join us for activities that help kids explore their senses. For ages 4–6.

AN* Jul 14 10:30 am BCRL* Aug 6 2 pm MA* Aug 12 2 pm PL* Jul 7 2 pm WO Jul 23 7 pm

Teddy Bears’ Picnic

Pack your basket! It’s time for your stuffies to socialize! Bring your favourite teddy bear or stuffy to a Teddy Bear Picnic! For ages 4–6.

AN* Jul 7 10:30 am BCRL* Aug 13 2 pm KL* Jul 22 3:30 pm MA* Jun 29 2 pm PBRL* Jul 30 2 pm

Video Games Go Retro

VPL Adventurers

This four-week program for students in Grades 4 to 7 teaches team building, leadership, public speaking and community building through a variety of games and activities. Please pre-register at the Service Desk.

PBRL Tuesdays Jul 7 – Jul 28 2 pm PL Mondays Jun 22 – Jul 13 6:30 pm

All video games started somewhere.

Dust off your old controllers and try some of the most famous, most legendary, most retro games EVER! For ages 7 and up.

AN Jul 16 2 pm MA* Aug 10 2 pm PBRL* Jul 22 2 pm

Family programs Ansley Grove Birthday Party

Celebrate Ansley Grove Library's 25th birthday with fun activities, a visit from the magician IncrediBrent, and enjoy cake and light refreshments.

AN June 20 10 am–12pm

Family Movie

Enjoy a movie with your family while you share time together. It’s fun for kids and parents! Watch our family-oriented feature films on the big screen.

AN Fridays Jun 5 – Aug 28 4 pm BCRL Wednesdays Jun 24 – Aug 26 6:30 pm No program Jul 1 DC Saturdays 2 pm MA Jun 1, July 6 & Aug 10 6:30 pm PBRL Jun 14, Jul 19 & Aug 16, 26 2:30 pm WO Saturdays 2 pm

Family Storytime

Spend time together enjoying great stories, songs and rhymes. Fun for the whole family!

BCRL Mondays 7 pm No program Aug 3, 24 DC Thursdays 11:30 am KL Tuesdays 11 am No program Aug 25 PBRL Mondays 7 pm No program Aug 3, 24, 31 PL Tuesdays 7 pm No program Aug 25 WO Thursdays 7 pm

Amnesty International @ Your Library

Red Cross Babysitting Training

Take action against human rights violations, meet with like-minded teens and write letters to help free prisoners of conscience. You can make a difference while earning your volunteer hours!

DC KL MA PBRL PL

This all-day training will prepare you for your first babysitting job, teaching child care skills, safety and emergency tips.

Please pre-register at the Service Desk.

Admission is $55.00 DC Jul 7 10 am MA Jul 21 & Aug 13 10 am

Movie Break

Tech Savvy Teens

Grab your friends and come to the library for a new or classic movie screened just for teens. And did we mention it's free? No registration required.

MA Jul 8 & Aug 6 6:30 pm

Help us bridge the digital divide and volunteer your time by teaching adults to use a variety of computer applications.

Applications are available at the Service Desk or online at www.vaughanpl.info/ volunteers. For ages 13–18.

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Teen Book Reviews

Want volunteer hours? Enjoy sharing your opinion? Earn hours blogging, vlogging or podcasting about a book you’ve read on VPL’s Teen Vortex. Apply at the Service Desk or online.

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Teen Library Volunteers

Do you need to earn community service hours? Join VPL’s Teen Library Volunteers.

Assist Librarians with a variety of tasks at the library and in the community. Contact the Service Desk for more details or download the application form.

AN Jun 9, 23 3:30 pm DC Jun 8 7 pm PBRL Thursdays Jun 4 – Aug 6 4 pm No program Jul 2, 16, 30 PL Wednesdays 3:30 pm

Teen Summer Reading Challenge Returns!

Last year, you read over 260,000 pages in the Teen Summer Reading Challenge (TSRC). This summer, we challenge YOU, the Teens of Vaughan*, to read a total of 500,000 pages over the summer!

Now, we’re not expecting you to read 500,000 pages all on your own – all of the teens in Vaughan need to read a combined total of 500,000 pages. Got it? Good.

Want to win an iPad mini?

For every 100 pages you read and log this summer on the TSRC site you will earn one ballot towards VPL’s end of summer TSRC Draw. The winner of the draw walks away with their own iPad Mini! And because we are the library, we’re also giving away a prize for the top reader in Vaughan, because, reading!!

K'NEX® Mini Golf Tournament

You’ve worked on it all summer, now it’s time to have some fun! Test your putting skills and join us for a K’NEX® mini golf tournament!

KL Jul 25 2 pm

How do I participate?

Visit www.vaughanpl.info to access the TSRC site. Create an account and every time you read a book over the summer, login to update the title and number of pages you've read. The challenge begins July 1st.

Still not enough?

For all of July and August, see how well you recognize the latest teen reads and unscramble images in our Guess the Cover Contest! Every correct answer earns you one ballot towards a draw for a prize package at the end of the summer.

Watch for more details on these great contests at : www.vaughanpl.info and on the Teen Vortex.

Contests run from July 1 to August 30.

Winners will be notified by September 14th. *ages 13 to 18 (and 12, if you’re turning 13 this year!)

#VPLTeens *Tickets available at Service Desk 30 minutes before.

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ESL Conversation Class

Develop your listening and conversation skills and practice your pronunciation with an instructor from the York Catholic District School Board.

BCRL Mondays 10 am Fridays 12:30 pm No class Aug 3

Author Visit

This summer, pick up one of our summer reading staff picks from our Adult Summer Shortlist at any one of VPL’s eight branches and escape into your favourite summer getaway destination …

Homebound Service Volunteers Make a difference by delivering library materials to persons who are physically unable to visit the library. Details and application forms are available at the Service Desk or online.

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Adult programs Adult Reading Circle

Adults with intellectual disabilities and their caregivers are invited to join this program, which features visualized stories, music, and activities that support the development of basic literacy skills.

DC Jun 1, 15, 29 Jul 13, 27 Aug 10, 24 1:45 pm

Chinese Information Sessions for Seniors

The New Canadian Community Centre presents a series of weekend programs for newcomers in Mandarin which includes health seminars, exercise, dance, book talks and more. No registration required.

BCRL Sundays 1 pm No program Aug 2

Employment Services at the Library

Learn about the full range of free employment services and training programs funded by Employment Ontario.

BCRL Wednesdays 1 pm

Employment Workshops

Participate in a range of free workshops facilitated by the JVS Toronto-Employment Source Markham. Please register at the Service Desk.

Topics include: • How to get a job through the hidden job market • How to write an effective resume • Social media: LinkedIn and your career DC Jun 24, Jul 22 & Aug 12 10 am

ESL Class

Learn to communicate in English with confidence by practicing listening, speaking, reading and writing with a certified teacher. This program is co-sponsored by the York Region District School Board and funded by the Ministry of Citizenship & Immigration. Proof of immigration status required.

DC Jun 1, 2, 8, 9 10 am WO Mons – Thurs 9 am July 6 - 30

Let’s Go to the Movies

More than just a great place to get books, the library is also a fun place to enjoy a film – for free! See you at the show.

2 pm BCRL Mondays No program Aug 3 Jun 3, 17, DC Jul 15, 29 Aug 12, 26 2 pm WO Wednesdays 2 pm No program Jul 1

Join the online discussion with other booklovers on our For Your Leisure blog at www.vaughanpl.info/leisure/!

Join authors and translators Thor Polson and Elana & Menachem Wolff for a presentation of their 2-in-1 “flipside” book that reveals a compelling back story of Franz Kafka and Georg Mordechai Langer.

BCRL Jul 12 11 am

Check out the program series being offered by David Duong, a member of the Chartered Professional Accountants of Ontario.

Senior Social

The Importance of Tax Planning

Service Canada Info Session

Lifestyle Insurance and Estate Planning

Older adults are invited to this free program featuring activities, guest speakers and special information workshops.

WO Jun 18, Jul 16 & Aug 20 2 pm

Presented by Service Canada, topics in this information session include Canada Pension Plan and related benefits, Old Age Security, the Guaranteed Income Supplement and more.

PBRL Jun 17 1:30 pm Materials will be provided.

Year-round tax minimization will be discussed. Topics include: increasing cash flow, net worth, and using tax credits, TFSAs, RESPs, and RRSPs. BCRL Jun 2 6:30 pm

A workshop on strategies to protect your legacy. Topics include: critical illness, lTC, wills and POAs. BCRL Jul 7 6:30 pm

Vacation Properties

Topic: tax and gifting versus selling.

BCRL August 11 6:30 pm

AN–Ansley Grove Library | BCRL–Bathurst Clark Resource Library | DC–Dufferin Clark Library | KL–Kleinburg Library MA–Maple Library | PBRL–Pierre Berton Resource Library | PL–Pleasant Ridge Library | WO–Woodbridge Library

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Etta and Otto and Russell and James

by Emma Hooper

Etta's greatest unfulfilled wish, living in the rolling farmland of Saskatchewan, is to see the sea. And so, at the age of eighty-two she gets up very early one morning, takes a rifle, some chocolate, and her best boots, and begins walking the 2,000 miles to water.

One Step Too Far

by Tina Seskis

What could motivate a woman to leave her seemingly perfect family for a new life? Can she really leave her past behind? What secret could she be hiding?

The Miniaturist

by Jessie Burton

Set in seventeenth century Amsterdam, Nella Oortman goes from living a country life to marrying into a wealthy but mysterious household. Her husband is kind but aloof and provides her with a miniature replica of their house to keep her busy. The miniaturist assisting her in furnishing the house knows too much about their lives. Will she be able to unravel the mysteries?

Storied Life of A.J. Fikry

by Gabrielle Zevin

With the death of his wife, tough economic times for his book store and the loss of a very rare book from his collection, A.J Fikry found life very challenging. When Maya, a two year old girl, was left on his door step with a note from her mother his life changed dramatically once again.

Under Magnolia: A Southern Memoir

by Frances Mayes

Frances Mayes, author of Under the Tuscan Sun, recounts her early years growing up in the South and her move to California to forge a new life for herself. Stories of her very complicated, chaotic and at the same time loving family are embedded in the fabric of this memoir.

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Computer & Technology Training

Beyond the Basics

Looking for beyond the basics computer training? Volunteers are available to teach you one-on-one. Pick up an application form at the Service Desk or online.

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Get Tech Help

Get help from our tech-savvy volunteers about any computer, device, or general technology question you have.

BCRL Mondays & Tuesdays 4 pm Wednesdays & Thursday 5 pm

Technology Training

Need hands-on training on a computer or mobile device?

The library can help whether you want to learn the basics or are interested in learning about hot topics like blogging, social media, ebooks, and digital movies and magazines. Visit the Service Desk to learn about our computer training resources and how we can help.

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Join the discussion group for adults who like to share their thoughts on books they have read. The library will provide a copy of the books.

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Business One-on-One

This one-on-one, 60 minute research consultation will provide an introduction to company and industry resources available at VPL and online. Learn how to find companies in your industry!

Register online at www.vaughanpl.info/business.

Key to Success in the Creative Industry

Meet Alex Karolyi, artistic producer and founder of Shadowpath Theatre. Learn about being successful in the creative arts industry!

PBRL Jun 3 6:30 pm

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Opportunities in Information Technology

Learn about business opportunities in the exciting, fast-paced industry of Information Technology from Claudiu Popu, president of VerifyNow.ca.

BCRL Jun 2 6:30 pm

The Future of Green Innovation

Discover the exciting world of "Green" Industry. Learn how your business can be more green, with Cathy Nesbett, founder of Cathy's Crawly Composters and Founder/Chair of Green Connection-Environmental Networking.

BCRL Aug 18 6:30 pm

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June 24 7 pm Life After Life by Kate Atkinson July 29 7 pm The Hundred-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out the Window and Disappeared by Jonas Jonasson August 26 7 pm A Mountain of Crumbs by Elena Gorokhova June 11 7 pm The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency

by Alexander McCall Smith July 9 7 pm A Month Of Italy by Chris Brady August 13 7 pm Mrs. Queen Takes The Train

by William Kuhn June 4 7 pm Orenda by Joseph Boyden June 3 7 pm The Painted Girls by Cathy Marie Buchanan July 8 7 pm Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore

by Robin Sloan August 5 7 pm The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry

by Rachel Joyce June 29 7 pm The Beautiful Mystery by Louise Penny July 27 7 pm The Cat by Edeet Ravel

Vaughan Public Libraries

Join us to share your thoughts on books and existential issues in Chinese. The book club is jointly presented by VPL and the York Region Senior Wellness Centre.

June 11 July 9

12:30 pm 12:30 pm

Kids’ Book Club

Get the book, read the book, and then come and tell us what you thought of it while enjoying activities and games based on the story! For ages 8-12.

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June 25 6:30 pm Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone

by J.K. Rowling July 30 6:30 pm Melonhead by Katy Kelly August 27 6:30 pm House of Robots by James Patterson June 1 6:30 pm Adventures of Tintin: The Secret of the Unicorn

by Hergé July 6 6:30 pm Maze of Bones by Rick Riordan August 10 6:30 pm Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library

by Chris Grabenstein

Teen Book Club

Come by and pick up a copy of one of our hot, new reads and then come back a month later to meet up and chat about the book.

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July 13 Sorrow's Knot by Erin Bow August 31 Tenderness by Robert Cormier

7:30 pm 7 pm

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Using Your Library

Make the Most of Your Membership

MAKER • KITS Circuit Makers

Come explore how circuitry works. Learn and play through a variety of interactive activities.

DC Jun 8 5 pm Jul 6 5 pm Aug 10 5 pm

Coding Made Easy

Learn how to create your own web page, remix a web video, make a mobile app, and much more!

For ages 10 and up. Please pre-register at the Service Desk.

MA Jul 17 2 pm Jul 24 2 pm Jul 31 2 pm Aug 7 2 pm

Green Screen Fun with Pictures

Maker Days

Drop in for open exploration and creation with VPL's selection of Maker Kits. Contact the Service Desk for more information about the kit being hosted at your library.

BCRL Daily during opening hours DC Tuesdays, Jul 14 – Aug 25 1 pm Sundays, Jun 7 – Aug 30 2 pm No program on Aug 2 MA Sundays 2 pm No program on Aug 2 PBRL Wednesdays 6 pm PL Mondays 2 pm WO Sundays 2 pm No program on Aug 2

Meet Your Inner Music Maker

Explore the magic of photography effects and technology - transport yourself to different backgrounds. Ask at the Service Desk for more details.

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From complete novice to expert musician, we have something for you. Come and play with the latest music technology, including the Korg Monotribe and other great tools.

WO Thursdays, Jul 2 – Aug 27 4 pm

LEGO® Robot League

Practical 3D Printing

Design, build, test and program your very own robot using LEGO® Mindstorm technology. Ages 8–12. Pre-register at the Service Desk.

PBRL Mondays, Jul 6 – Aug 10 2 pm No program on Aug 3

You have the power to design anything! Print a cell phone case, a vase, a spare part, or whatever else you can think of! Ages 14 and up.

BCRL Thursdays 7 pm

If you are a member of Aurora Public Library, Richmond Hill Public Library, Markham Public Library, Newmarket Public Library, Caledon Public Library, King Township Public Library, or Brampton Public Library, you may also apply for free membership with Vaughan Public Libraries.

Don’t have a library card? If you live, work, own property or are in attendance at an educational institution in the City of Vaughan, you can get a free library card. Join VPL in person or online at www.vaughanpl.info—just show identification that has your address, registration or proof of employment in Vaughan on it at time of pickup.

If you don’t qualify for free membership, you can still join.

Please phone 905.653.READ (7323) for details.

Children can get their own library cards.

If they are 13 years old or under, they just need their parent or guardian to sign for their library card.

Materials are available in over 16 different languages to meet the needs of our diverse community.

Fast Website: www.vaughanpl.info Reference Inquiries: Phone: 905.653.READ (7323) Online: Email Librarian at www.vaughanpl.info/email_librarian Renewing Loans: You may renew most items a maximum of 10 times—providing no one else has requested the item.

- Automated phone renewal: 905.709.0672 - Online: www.vaughanpl.info - In person: in any library at Service Desk or at Self Check Out stations - Phone: 905.653.READ (7323) - Text message: Text SIGNUP to 647.694.1289 to sign up - VPL’s mobile app, VaughanPL Borrowing Materials: Books, AudioBooks, TV Series, Non-Fiction DVDs/Blu-Rays, CDs: Loan period: 3 weeks* *Loan periods for high demand items may be reduced

eBooks & eAudioBooks: Loan period options: 7, 14 or 21 days Returning Materials: Library materials may be returned to any branch of Vaughan Public Libraries. Book drops are open 24/7.

Late Material Charges: Video Games & DVDs: $2 per day to a maximum of $10 per item Electronic Devices: $5 per day to a maximum of $10 All other items: 25¢ per day to a maximum of $10 per item

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Telephone service is available during open hours. Qualified staff will answer your information and reference inquiries, check your account on your behalf and provide details about library services and programs.

Fast Track DVDs/Blu-Rays: Loan period: 3 days

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Vaughan Public Libraries

Library Services - in person, online or on the phone All branches have materials for reference and loan. The most comprehensive reference collections are held at Bathurst Clark Resource Library and Pierre Berton Resource Library.

Friendly, helpful staff are always available to assist you in your search for information, to advise on leisure reading, or on materials appropriate to your child’s reading abilities.

Magazines, Fiction DVDs/Blu-Rays, iPads, Video Games & Fast Track Books: Loan period: 7 days

Let’s Make A Movie

3, 2, 1 action! Be the cast, crew and star of a short film using our new Video Maker Kit. AN Sundays 2 pm No program on Aug 2

Get a Library Card. It’s free!

With a library card you have free access to books, movies, magazines, music, databases, programs, events, resources and more at all eight branches of Vaughan Public Libraries (VPL) and online at www.vaughanpl.info!

Most library services are available online. You can join the library, browse the catalogue, check your account, place a hold on items, search databases, download an Audiobook, eBook, video and much more. You can even submit your reference inquiries by email and get an answer within a few hours, 24/7.

See page 18 for a complete list of services available. Access library services on your mobile devices at m.vaughanpl.info or download VPL’s mobile app from the Apple App Store and Apple App Google Google Play.

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Stay in Touch Through Email or Text Sign up for email or text notifications to enjoy enhanced library services. With your email address, you can reset your PIN online and receive email confirmation of successful renewals and requests through the online catalogue. You can also choose to receive hold pickup and overdue notices by email. Even better, you also get your due date and hold pickup reminders – you will never forget library materials again! Scan here to sign up!

Enjoy the same notices via text message – hold pickup, due date reminder, and overdue notices. You can even use your phone to renew via text message. Text SIGNUP to 647.694.1289 to get started!

Don’t miss a thing!

Sign up for VPL’s eNewsletter, The Buzz at www.vaughanpl.info/ newsletters and check out VPL’s blogs at www.vaughanpl.info/ blogs for all the latest on programs, events, services, library buildings and branch renovations, topics of interest to teens, great reads and more!

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1441 Clark Avenue West, Thornhill, L4J 7R4

10341 Islington Avenue North, Kleinburg, L0J 1C0

10190 Keele Street, Maple, L6A 1G3

PIERRE BERTON RESOURCE LIBRARY

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KING-VAUGHAN RD

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TESTON RD

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Meeting Room

Study Rooms

Wheelchair Accessible

Free Wi-Fi

Computer Training Room

Notebooks

Public Computers

Self Check Out

Zoom Text Kurzweil 3000 JAWS

Photocopier/ Scanner/ Printer

Children’s Program Room

Hold Pick-up

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Children’s Early Literacy Stations

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Large Print Books

Exhibit Space Available

iPad & Laptop Dispenser

50+ camps

• ages 3-16

• 1&2 week sessions

• busing & after hours • experienced staff

For more information on all services phone or visit www.vaughanpl.info/library_services.

vaughan.ca/RecOnline JUNE JULY AUGUST 2015

905.832.8500

Join VPL's

Registration Begins Saturday, June 20 Join us for fun activities to celebrate the launch of Summer Reading Club 2015!

Every child who registers for the Summer Reading Club receives a notebook.

Collect great new stickers every week!

Ansley Grove Library 10 am – 12 pm Bathurst Clark Resource Library 11 am – 3 pm Dufferin Clark Library 1:30 pm – 2 pm Maple Library 11 am – 3 pm Pierre Berton Resource Library 10 am – 4 pm Pleasant Ridge Library 10 am – 3 pm Woodbridge Library 10 am – 5 pm