Children S Programs

APRIL PROGRAMS 2015

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS

MORNING STORYTIME Forest Glade Thursday, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 10:30 - 11:00 am To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5400. Riverside Thursday, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 11:00 - 11:45 am To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 6620. Budimir Thursday, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 11:00 - 11:30 am To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 3300. Central Monday, April 13, 20, 27 10:00 - 10:45 am To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4579. Fun and entertaining stories for children 1 to 4 years old with a caregiver. This program helps build language skills and enrich the imagination.

BABY STORYTIME Forest Glade Friday, April 10, 17, 24 10:30 - 11:00 am To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5400. Fontainebleau Tuesday, April 7, 14, 21, 28 11:00 - 11:30 am To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5000. Riverside Monday, April 13, 20, 27 11:00 - 11:30 am To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 6620. An eight-week program designed for infants 0 to 12 months with a caregiver. Enjoy sharing rhymes, songs and stories with your child.

KIDS’ CLUB Remington Park Thursday, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 4:00 - 7:00 pm A drop-in program for children ages 6 to 12. Activities vary from week to week, including games, crafts, stories, etc. For more information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5500.

POETRY PIRATES Central Tuesday, April 7, 14, 28 5:00 - 6:30 pm April is poetry month. We are reading, writing, acting and painting poetry. Join us for a terrific creative time. Ages 3 to 12. For more information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4579. FLIGHT SCHOOL Remington Park Saturday, April 11 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Calling all aspiring pilots or those who just like to have fun. A day of building whirly bird helicopters and paper airplanes awaits. Will yours fly or just look awesome? For more information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5500.

SATURDAY CRAFTERNOON Fontainebleau Saturday, April 11, 25 10:00 am - 4:00 pm For more information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5000. Central Saturday, April 11, 25 3:00 - 4:00 pm To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4434. Join us at the library to have some fun and make a craft. All ages are welcome with a caregiver.

GAME DAY Bridgeview Saturday, April 11 2:00 - 4:00 pm Come to the library and challenge your friends or siblings in a board game of your choice. Ages 5 and up. For more information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 2200.

HARRY POTTER BOOK CLUB Seminole Wednesday, April 15 6:30 - 7:30 pm Calling all Gryffindors, Hufflepuffs, Ravenclaws and Slytherins! Are you a fan of the magical world of Harry Potter? Join us to discuss the books and interact in a number of activities to bring to life the world of Hogwart’s. For more information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 8800.

GO FLY A KITE Remington Park Saturday, April 18 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Come read up on kites and then build one yourself to fly outside or to decorate your room. For more information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5500.

HOMEWORK HELP CLUB Central Saturday, April 18 1:00 - 3:30 pm Teen volunteers under staff supervision will be available to help children in grades 3 to 8 with homework and reading assignments. Please remember to bring your homework and library card! To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4579.

CHILDREN’S CHESS & LEGO CLUB Central Saturday, April 18 1:00 - 3:45 pm Teen volunteers will be available to help teach the basics of how to play chess. Ages 4 to 12. To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4579. EARTHQUAKES, HURRICANES AND TORNADOES Central Saturday, April 18 2:00 - 4:00 pm Library Live Children’s Club will explore the earth in action by investigating what causes earthquakes, hurricanes, tornadoes and other natural events. Ages 4 to 12. To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4579.

SPRINGTIME CRAFTERNOON Seminole Saturday, April 18 2:30 - 3:30 pm New leaves and fresh grass are sprouting and we can finally see the beautiful colours of flowers beginning to bloom. That means spring is officially here. Join us at the library for a crafternoon celebrating Earth Day and the splendor of springtime. For more information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 8800.

EARTH DAY SEEDLINGS Fontainebleau Tuesday, April 21 4:00 - 4:45 pm Help us celebrate Earth Day by planting seedlings that you can take home and plant in your own gardens. For more information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5000.

EARTH DAY COMMUNITY GARDEN Central Tuesday, April 21 5:00 - 6:45 pm Recycle, rebuild, reuse and grow. Join us for a wonderful evening as we learn about the Earth. Each child will be given a plant to take home and care for. Ages 4 to 13. Limit 30. To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4579.

CELEBRATE CANADA BOOK DAY Central Thursday, April 23 5:00 - 5:30 pm Join us for a group storytime. Twenty three books will be on display... come and vote for your favourite. Which book will win the 2015 Canada Book Day favourite book award? For more information call 519- 255-6770, Ext. 4579.

WE SPEAK FOR THE TREES Fontainebleau Saturday, April 25 10:00am - Noon Join us as we watch “The Lorax” in honour of Earth Day. For more information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5000.

LOST IN SPACE Remington Park Saturday, April 25 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Celebrate National Astronomy Day at the library. A fun-filled day of moon art, building a space shuttle and other spacey crafts will keep us reaching for the stars. For more information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5500. ‘TWEEN & TEEN

TEEN ZONE Central Tuesdays and Thursdays 3:15 - 4:45 pm The Teen Zone Drop-in Centre is an after-school program; hang out, meet new people, play games, do homework and have fun. Snacks will be provided. Resume Rehab Tuesday, April 14 3:45 - 4:45 pm Paint Your T-shirt Thursday, April 30 3:45 - 4:45 pm Bring a T-shirt to paint. For more information please call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4579.

‘TWEEN SCENE Central Wednesday, April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 3:15 - 3:45 pm This is an after school drop-in program designed for ages 10 to 13. Activities will include crafts, writing, drama and much more. Earth Day Upcycling - Make A Ring Wednesday, April 22 3:45 - 4:45 pm For more information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4579.

ARTSPK Remington Park Tuesday, April 7, 14, 21, 28 6:00 - 7:00 pm An event devoted to the arts for youth ages 8 to 13. Each week we will do a craft activity or game related to an art including, sketching, improv, acting, poetry and more. For more information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 5500.

TEEN ADVISORY GROUP Budimir Wednesday, April 8 6:30 - 7:30 pm Join the library’s Teen group. We’re looking for teens ages 13 - 17 to share ideas and activities each month and to write for our Teen blog. For more information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 3320.

ELLIE’S ART CLUB Riverside Saturday, April 25 10:30 - 11:30 am Join “Ellie” for fun and interesting art experiences. Kids will work with coloured pencils, markers and paints. Ages 8 to 12. This program runs 6 consecutive Saturdays from April 25 to May 30. To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 6620

BOOK CHATTER Budimir Wednesday, April 29 6:30 - 7:30 pm Attention youth: read any good books lately? We’d love to hear from you. Join us for our ‘Tween Book Club. Tell us about your favourites, get some great ideas about what to read next and share ideas for upcoming meetings! Ages 10 to 14. To register call 519-255-6770, Ext. 3320. ADULTS

ADULT SENSORY READING CIRCLE 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. Budimir Wednesday, April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 2:00 - 3:00 pm For more information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 3300. Riverside Tuesday, April 7, 14, 21, 28 10:30 - 11:30 am For more information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 6600.

ENGLISH CONVERSATION CIRCLE Central Wednesday, April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 6:00 - 8:00 pm Bridgeview Tuesday, April 7, 14, 21, 28 4:00 - 5:30 pm Would you like to improve your listening, speaking and vocabulary skills? Please join us to discuss different topics and learn about free library services for newcomers to Canada. All adults are welcome. For more information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4434.

HATHA YOGA Budimir Tuesday, April 7, 14, 21, 28 7:30 - 8:30 pm Friday, April 10, 17, 24 1:15 - 2:00 pm A gentle, slow paced stretching class that introduces postures, breathing exercises and meditation. Bring your own yoga mat. For more information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 3310.

NATIONAL FILM BOARD CLUB Central Wednesday, April 8 10:30 am - Noon From NFB’s collection of documentaries, “Danny”. This profile tells the story of how Danny Williams, Premier of NFLD from 2003 to 2010, took on prime ministers and big oil to ensure that benefits from the province’s natural resources flowed back to its people. Run time: 85 min. For more information call 519- 255-6770, Ext. 4434.

FAMILY KNIT/LOOMING CLUB Forest Glade Saturday, April 11 10:30 am - 12:30 pm Budimir Saturday, April 18 10:30 am - 12:30 pm Join us in creating cute baby hats for donation to local hospitals with LeeLee Hats. This club is open to all ages and all skill levels. Those who don't know how to knit will be taught the fun technique of looming. All materials provided. For more information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4434. RAVE REVIEWS Central Monday, April 13 2:30 - 3:30 pm Come join Windsor Public Library staff over tea in a lively discussion as they share some of their favourite reads, both fiction and non-fiction. This month’s Rave Reviews will be held in the literacy classroom on the first floor. For more information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4434.

IRIS FOLDED BOOKMARK Central Wednesday, April 15 10:30 - 11:30 am In recognition of Earth Day this month, we will be re-using papers and learning the art of Iris Folding, while creating a bookmark to take home. Ages 18 and up. To register call 519-255-6770, 4434.

APP CAFÉ Riverside Wednesday, April 15 11:00 - 1:00 am Drop into the library for a rundown on how to set up your mobile device or tablet to access free eBooks, audiobooks, music, movies, TV shows, magazines and language learning tools using apps available to library cardholders. For more information call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4424.

BOOK CLUB Fontainebleau Tuesday, April 21 3:00 - 4:00 pm This ongoing adult book club meets over tea to discuss their monthly title on the third Tuesday afternoon of each month. Space is limited to 10. To register or find out if there is room in the club call 519-255-6770, Ext. 4411.