Morning Storytime

MORNING STORYTIME Fun and entertaining stories for children 1 to 4 years old with a caregiver. This program helps build language skills and enrich the imagination. Fontainebleau Tuesday, October 4, 11, 18, 25 • Ages 0 to 3 Thursday, October 13 • 6 to 23 mths 10:15 - 11:45 am For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5000. Forest Glade Thursday, October 6, 13, 20, 27 • 10:30 - 11:00 am To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5400. Budimir Thursday, October 6, 13, 20, 27 11:00 - 11:30 am • Ages 3 to 6 To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 3300. Sandwich Thursday, October 6, 13, 20, 27 • 11:00 - 11:30 am For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 7700. Central Monday, October 3, 17, 24, 31 • 10:00 - 11:00 am To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4579. Riverside Saturday, October 1, 15, 22, 29 • 10:00 - 10:45 am For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 6620.

BABY STORYTIME Remington Park Tuesday, October 4, 11, 18, 25 • 10:30 - 11:30 am To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5500. Budimir Wednesday, October 5, 12, 19, 26 11:00 am - Noon To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 3300. Fontainebleau Thursday, October 6, 20, 27 • 10:15 - 10:45 am To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5000. A program designed for infants 0 to 18 months with a caregiver. Enjoy sharing rhymes, songs and stories with your child.

BABY SIGNS STORYTIME Central Thursday, October 6, 13, 20, 27 • 10:00 - 10:45 am Enjoy the benefits of learning baby sign language, encourage bonding, promote early speech and language development. Ages 0 to 12 months with a caregiver. For information call 519-255-6770-Ext. 4579.

EXPRESS YOUR INNER ARTIST Fontainebleau Saturday, October 1 • 11:00 am - Noon Get crafty, create and paint different pieces of art. Ages 7 and up. To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5000.

CHILDREN’S CHESS, X-BOX LEGO & BOARD GAME CLUB Central Saturday, October 1, 15 • 1:00 - 3:45 pm Children and teen volunteers meet to learn to play chess. X-box games, Duplo Lego and a variety of board games are also available. Ages 4 to 12. To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4579.

POKEMON, STAR WARS, DISNEY PRINCESS PAPER CRAFTS Central Saturday, October 1 • 2:00 - 3:45 pm Join us for a fun afternoon of making paper crafts. Bring your library cards. Ages 4 to 12.

HOMEWORK HELP AND COMPUTER CLUB Central Saturday, October 1, 15 • 2:15 - 3:15 pm Under staff direction, children are matched up with a teen volunteer. Help with homework is provided, computers are available. On special days there will be computer classes. Ages 5 to 12. To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4579.

AFTER SCHOOL COLOURING AND CRAFTING Forest Glade Monday, October 3, 17, 24 • 4:00 - 5:00 pm Relax and unwind with some colouring and crafting. All ages. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5400.

CRAFTY CREATIONS Sandwich Tuesday, October 4, 11, 18, 25 • 3:30 - 5:00 pm Tuesdays after school is time to be creative at the library. Drop in between 3:30 and 5:00 for a new craft each week. Ages 6 and up. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 7700.

SEW WHAT FASHION DESIGN & CREATIVE CLUB Central Tuesday, October 4, 15 • 5:00 - 6:30 pm Join us for this creative club and learn easy ways to make your wardrobe unique or make something original as we ‘Sew What”. To register call 5190255-6770, Ext. 4579.

CURSIVE WRITING CLUB Budimir Tuesday, October 4, 18 • 6:30 - 7:30 pm Learn some of the basics of cursive writing and have fun with hands on writing related activities. Ages 7 to 12. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 3320. HOMEWORK CLUB Budimir Thursday, October 5, 12, 19, 25 • 4:00 - 6:00 pm For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 3300. Bridgeview Thursday, October 13 • 2:40 - 3:40 pm For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 2200. Come join our after school homework help club.

BUILD A SCARECROW Remington Park Wednesday, October 5 • 6:00 - 7:30 pm Listen to a scarecrow themed story to determine what your scarecrow will look like. Ages 5 and up. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5500.

EDIBLE TURKEY’S Remington Park Thursday, October 6 • 4:00 - 4:45 pm Gooble, Gooble! Make your very own turkey. Ages 5 to 13. To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5500.

PAPER PURPLE PEOPLE EATER Remington Park Saturday, October 8 • 2:00 - 3:30 pm Take inspiration from the ‘Purple People Eater’ song and design a creation of monstrous proportions. Ages 3 to 12. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5500.

PAINTING PARTY Central Tuesday, October 11 • 5:00 - 6:30 pm If you love to paint then join us for a great evening as we paint in a variety of ways. All supplies provided. Ages 4 to 12. To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4579.

COOL COASTERS Remington Park Wednesday, October 12 • 6:00 - 7:30 pm Create both a beautiful and useful piece of art. Ages 7 and up. To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5500.

EXPRESS YOUR INNER ARTIST Fontainebleau Saturday, October 15, 29 • 11:00 am - Noon Get crafty, create and paint different pieces of art. Ages 7 and up. Children under 10 with a caregiver. To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5000.

K’NEX CLUB Budimir Saturday, October 15 • 11:00 am - Noon Join us as we play with K’NEX to build some awesome structures. To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 3300. HALLOWEEN CRAFTING PAPER BAG MONSTER PUPPETS Forest Glade Saturday, October 8 • 1:00 - 2:00 pm Get in the Halloween spirit with these spooky monster puppets. We will also read some fun Halloween stories. Ages 4 to 8. To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5400.

FAMILY COLOURING FUN Bridgeview Saturday, October 15 • 1:00 - 3:00 pm Children and their caregivers are all welcome to join us at the library for this awesome colouring program. We will provide colouring equipment, you provide the creativity. For information call 519-255- 6770, Ext. 2200.

WONDER WEBS Remington Park Wednesday, October 19 • 6:00 - 7:30 pm Get ready for Halloween and create a spooky web, spiders included! Ages 6 and Up. For information call 519-255-67770, Ext. 5500.

HALLOWED STORIES Remington Park Saturday, October 22 • 10:30 - 11:00 am Calling all witches, goblins and ghosts! Come and join us for some Halloween stories and a craft. Ages 3 to 7. For more information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5500.

GOURD PAINTING & SCARY CRAFT Seminole Saturday, October 22 • 2:30 - 3:30 pm Come decorate your very own Halloween pumpkin and see what scary monster crafts are waiting for you. To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 8800.

STRESS BALL PUMPKINS Remington Park Wednesday, October 26 • 6:00 - 7:30 pm Stressed out? Make your very own pumpkin stress ball and take part in other Halloween activities. Ages 5 and up. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5500.

WARTY WITCH HANDS Remington Park Thursday, October 27 • 4:00 - 4:45 pm Make your own wicked, warty, witch’s hand. Ages 3 to 10. To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5500.

ANGRY BIRDS Budimir Saturday, October 29 • 11:00 am - Noon Join us as we play our own life-sized version of the popular game Angry birds! To register call 519-255- 6770, Ext. 3300. PUMPKIN PAINTING PARTY Remington Park Saturday, October 29 • 2:00 - 3:30 pm Get into the Halloween spirit by decorating a pumpkin. This no-carve activity will include even our youngest ghouls and boys. Ages 3 to 12. To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5500.

SATURDAY MOVIE AND POPCORN Bridgeview Saturday, October 29 • 2:00 - 3:30 pm Come join us for an afternoon of movies and popcorn. Great for the whole family! For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 2200.

HALLOWEEN PARTY Budimir Monday, October 31 • 4:00 - 6:00 pm Children are invited to the library for a Halloween party Come make some creepy crafts, listen to a spooky story and come dressed up for a chance to win a fun costume contest. Ages 5 to 10. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 3300.

‘TWEEENS & TEENS

LET’S GET GOOSEBUMPS Remington Park Saturday, October 1 • 2:00 - 3:30 pm Join us for an afternoon of glowing slime, mummy mayhem and much more as we celebrate R.L.Stine’s hair raising ‘Goosebumps’ series. Ages 8 to 14. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5500.

AFTER SCHOOL CLUB Fontainebleau Monday, October 3, 17, 24, 31 Thursday, October 6, 13, 20, 27 • 3:30 - 4:40 pm After school club for kids. Help plan special activities and get crafty. Ages 10 and up. To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5000.

HEALTH & WELLNESS TALK FOR TEENS Forest Glade Tuesday, October 4 • 4:30 - 5:30 pm Want to learn about staying healthy? We will be visited at the library by a registered dietitian from the Teen Health centre that will discuss health and wellness and provide information on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Ages 12 to 24. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5400.

TEEN ADVISORY GROUP Budimir Wednesday, October 5 • 6:30 - 7:30 pm Join our Teen Advisory Group. We’re looking for teens, ages 13 to 17 to share ideas and activities each month and to write to our teen blog. Every other month is book club month. To register call 519-255- 6770, Ext. 3320. WPL WATTPAD WARRIORS Riverside Wednesday, October 5, 12, 19, 26 • 6:30 - 7:30 pm Check out our new profile @WplWarriors on Wattpad. Meet up with us at the library to become a member and join in on the Wattpad fun. Bring your tablet or phone if you have one. Enter contests, critique peer work, edit with friends and publish your stories online. Members must be 13 or older to create a Wattpad profile. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 6620.

AFTER SCHOOL CRAFTERNOONS Bridgeview Thursday, October 6 • 2:40 - 3:40 pm Join us at the library to make crafts based on different themes. All ages welcome. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 2200.

‘TWEEN SCENE Remington Park Thursday, October 13 • 4:00 - 5:00 pm Do you have a flair for the dramatic? Check out this after school club for acting, interacting and more. Ages 8 to 14. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5500.

SPOOKY SCIENCE, EERIE ENGINEERING Remington Park Saturday, October 15 • 2:00 - 3:30 pm Use the materials on hand to design a creature catcher, build a bone bridge and engineer a ghost pulley. Ages 6 to 14. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5500.

READING WONDERS BOOK CLUB Central Tuesday, October 18 • 5:00 - 6:30 pm Join this great book club and discover the unique and wonderful books in our collection. Ages 8 to 12. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4579.

BOOK CLUB Bridgeview Thursday, October 20 • 2:40 - 3:40 pm Join our after school book club. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 2200.

SCIENCE & TECH CLUB Budimir Saturday, October 22 • 10:00 -11:00 pm Explore the world of science and technology while participating in fun activities as part of the library’s Science and Tech Club. Ages 8 to 12. To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 3300

39 CLUES BOOK CLUB Seminole Wednesday, October 26 • 6:45 - 7:45 pm Join the adventure. This monthly book club will discuss and participate in different activities surrounding the many different worlds of the ‘39 Clues”. To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 8800. SCIENTASTIC LAB Bridgeview Thursday, October 27 • 2:40 - 3:40 pm You are invited to learn new science experiments at the library. Easy and fun activities for children ages 5 to 12. To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 2200.

ADULTS

ADULT LITERACY PROGRAM All Branches Do you need to upgrade your reading, writing, or math skills? We can help! We offer small group classes or one-on-one tutoring for adults who want to improve their literacy skills. We also offer deaf literacy classes. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4460.

RIVERSIDE CHESS CLUB Riverside Saturday, October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 • Noon - 4:30 pm Tuesday, October 4, 11, 18, 25 • 6:00 - 8:30 pm A chess club for all ages and levels. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 6600.

FAMILY KNIT/LOOMING CLUB Forest Glade Saturday, October 1 • 10:30 am - 12:30 pm Budimir Saturday, October 8 • 10:30 am - 12:30 pm Join us in creating cute baby hats for donation to local hospitals with LeeLee Hats. Those who don't know how to knit will be taught the fun technique of looming. All materials provided. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 3310.

SENIORS VOLUNTEERING AT THE LIBRARY Riverside Saturday, October 1 • 2:30 - 3:30 pm Monday, October 24 • 6:30 - 7:30 pm Central Thursday, October 6 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm Saturday, October 29 • 11:00 am - Noon Budimir Tuesday, October 18 • 11:00 am - Noon Remington Park Thursday, October 20 • 4:00 - 5:00 pm Forest Glade Friday, October 21 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm Attention community minded retirees/seniors, we have exciting volunteer opportunities within our Accessibility department just for you. Join us for an information session, light refreshments to be provided. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4404.

HOME SCHOOL CO-OP GROUP Riverside Monday, October 3, 17, 24, 31 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm Meet weekly with other parents, caregivers and children who are home schooled. Adults can mingle and share ideas while students participate in weekly activities or assignments. For information call 519-255- 6770, Ext. 6620.

LET`S TALK ENGLISH Budimir Monday, October 3, 17, 31 • 6:00 - 8:00 pm For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 3320. Bridgeview Tuesday, October 4, 11, 18, 25 • 3:30 - 4:30 pm For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 2200. Central Wednesday, October 5, 12, 19, 26 • 6:00 - 8:00 pm For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4579. Improve your listening and speaking skills, make new friends and exciting conversations, light refreshments.

ADULT SENSORY READING CIRCLE Riverside Tuesday, October 4, 11, 18, 25 • 10:30 - 11:30 am For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 6620. Budimir Wednesday, October 5, 19, 26 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4404. Join us for a fun sensory storytime for adults with special needs. Our storytime will include stories, songs, movement and art. For adults with special needs and a support person.

STAYING BETWEEN THE LINES: ADULT COLOURING Join us and you'll find your inner artist and make some new friends. Fontainebleau Tuesday, October 4, 11, 18, 25 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5000. Riverside Thursday, October 6, 13, 20, 27 • 10:30 - 11:30 am For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 6620. Central Friday, October 7, 14, 21, 28 • 10:30 - 11:30 am For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4579. Sandwich Wednesday, October 5, 12, 19, 26 • 1:00 - 2:00 pm For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 7700. Budimir Wednesday, October 26 • 7:00 - 8:00 pm For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 3320. CENTRAL BOOK CLUB Central Tuesday, October 4 • 6:00 - 7:00 pm Once again the book club will get to the bottom of a good read. We meet in the lower level auditorium, for tea, cookies and an exchange of insights. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4434.

RAVE REVIEWS Central Wednesday, October 5 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm Come join the library staff over tea and a lively discussion as they share some of their favourite reads, both fiction and non-fiction. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4434.

CHAIR YOGA WITH KARMA D Riverside Thursday, October 6, 13, 20, 27 • Noon - 1:00 pm Learn the benefits of yoga with a chair! Join Karma D as she shows you the benefits of Chair Yoga, such as better balance and improved stamina. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 6611.

APPS FOR SENIORS Riverside Wednesday, October 12 • 2:00 - 3:30 pm Each month we`ll explore a few Apps that we think you`ll enjoy and we`ll open up the floor for you to share some of your favourites with the group. Beginners welcome. To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4424.

BOOK CLUB CLASSICS Budimir Wednesday, October 12 • 7:00 - 8:00 pm A lively and informal discussion of classic and renowned novels from past years. A great place to discuss Dickens, talk about Twain and to meet a new friend. To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 3300.

FAMILY VINTAGE RECIPE BOOK Budimir Thursday, October 13 • Noon - 1:00 pm Handcraft your own recipe book and have fun creating a beautiful vintage keepsake for your family. Bring your favourite family recipes, pictures and creative imagination. For information call 519-255- 6770. Ext. 3321.

BUZZED BEE 2: SPELLOWEEN Phog Lounge Thursday, October 13 • 8:30 - 10:30 pm Join us for another fun spelling bee. This time we're honouring the spooky season with a Halloween theme. Once again, tens of dollars in prizes will be up for grabs for the top speller! Dressing up is definitely encouraged. To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 3310.

BOOKS AND BREWS BOOK CLUB Rino’s Kitchen Tuesday, October 18 • 6:00 - 7:00 pm Join us the third Tuesday of each month for a brand new Windsor Public Library book club at Rino’s Kitchen. Enjoy delicious eats and drinks while we discuss our monthly selection. To register call 519-255- 6770, Ext. 4434.

ADULT GRAPHIC NOVEL BOOK CLUB Budimir Wednesday, October 19 • 7:00 - 8:00 pm Want to read some of the best graphic novels and engage in a lively discussion with other comic book enthusiasts? Join the Adult Graphic Novel Book Club! Anyone 18 and up is welcome. To register call 519- 255-6770, Ext. 3300.

FOREST GLADE BOOK CLUB Forest Glade Thursday, October 20 • 4:00 - 5:00 pm Join us at the library every month to read a new book, engage in a lively discussion and socialize. This month we will be reading, “The Light Between Oceans” by M.L. Stedman. to register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5400.

REMINGTON READS BOOK CLUB Remington Park Thursday, October 20 • 5:00 - 5:45 pm Join us for our monthly book discussion. This month's title is, “Mr. Penumbra’s 24 Hour Bookstore” By Robin Slone. Visit the library to pick up your copy. To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5500.

HOW TO SERIES - POETRY BASICS Budimir Monday, October 24 • 7:00 - 8:30 pm Join accomplished local author and poet, Vanessa Shields for an evening of poetry instruction. She’ll teach you the basics of what makes a great poem and get you started on your journey. To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 3310.

BUDIMIR BOOK CLUB Budimir Tuesday, October 25 • 3:00 - 4:00 pm This book club will meet every month to have a lively discussion over books and tea. The club is currently at capacity so please call to inquire if there are any open spots. For information call 519-255- 6770, Ext. 3310.

POINT PELEE SHIPWRECKS Central Saturday, October 29 • 2:30 - 4:00 pm Local author and marine historian, Cris Kohl shares his latest findings about Lake Erie shipwrecks near Point Pelee. for information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4434.

APP CAFÉ Bridgeview Monday, October 24 • 4:00 - 5:00 pm To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 2200. Budimir Tuesday, October 25 • 2:00 - 3:00 pm To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4424. A workshop series for adults who would like to learn more about, apps, social media and mobile technologies. Whether you’re just starting out or you’re an experienced user, join us to connect with peers in an informal and relaxed learning session.

TECH HUB AT CENTRAL

CHECK THE TECH Thursday, September 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 • 5:00 - 7:00 pm Find out the cool things we have to offer in our Tech Hub. Little Bits, Garage Band, 3D printers are waiting for kids of all ages to explore. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. For information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4603.

TECH HUB FREE PLAY Wednesday, October 5, 12, 19, 26 • 10:00 am - Noon Come out and explore the different tech tools we have in the tech space. From GarageBand to electronic cutters, from robots to video cameras and software, we have equipment to try out and staff on hand to explore with you. All ages welcome, children under 12 with a caregiver. For information call 519-255- 6770, Ext. 4434.

TEEN TECH TIME Wednesday, October 5, 19 • 3:30 - 4:30 pm An open hour for high school aged teens to come and check out our Tec Hub at Central. Jam on Garage band, play with circuit kits, create projects, code robots and so much more. For information call 519- 255-6770, Ext. 4434.

TWEEN TECH TIME Wednesday, October 12, 26 • 3:30 - 4:30 pm An open hour for ‘tweens, aged 10 to 13 to come and check out our Tec Hub at Central. Jam on Garage band, play with circuit kits, create projects, code robots and so much more. For information call 519- 255-6770, Ext. 4434.

CENTRAL SELF PUBLISHING LAB

WPL WRITERS’ GROUP Tuesday, October 11 • 6:00 - 7:45 pm Join us for an informal gathering of writers. The first hour will be spent sharing work and getting feedback and the second hour we will do writing exercises, extended read. For information or to put your name on the reading list call 5