Hot events for the cooler weather at NPL!

We’ve got a great lineup of events in November. If you’re looking for expert writing advice and tips, author Kim McDougall has a workshop on the difference between showing or telling when writing. Indigenous painter Moses Lunham will be conducting an online painting class, walking participants step-by-step through the process of creating beautiful artwork. For children 10 to 12 the library’s STEAM workshops provide hands-on instruction in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math. York Cinemania continues to show great independent movies with the  award-winning Canadian film Scarborough. Kids can enjoy the P.A. Day movie Tom and Jerry, and the Canada Revenue Agency will discuss how to beware of fraud in Slam the Scam. All this and so much more this month at NPL!

To register for programs
You can register for programs directly by using the links in program descriptions, or by calling 905-953-5110 Ext. 4770 for adult programs and 905-953-5105 for children’s programs.

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT:
Xplor Recreation: a new way to register for programs
We are excited to announce that Newmarket Public Library and the Town of Newmarket are transitioning to Xplor Recreation, a new program registration software. Imagine the convenience of being able to search and register for all Library and Town Recreation and Culture programs from one location. Xplor Recreation lets you do that, as well as purchase waste tags, gift cards, and more.

NOTE: To do online registration in the future it is important to create your account now. Beginning with Winter 2023 programs all online registration will be through Xplor Recreation. Winter registration begins Dec. 7 for Newmarket residents, and Dec. 14 for non-residents.

Create your account before November 22, 2022, and you will be entered to win one of three $100 Recreation & Culture gift cards! Take a few moment to create your Xplor Recreation account now https://www.newmarket.ca/xplor

SPECIAL EVENTS

York Cinemania
York Cinemania is back with a new movie every month! Presented by Newmarket Public Library and East Gwillimbury Public Library, York Cinemania brings independent and award-winning TIFF films to audiences in northern York Region showing at SilverCity Cinemas Newmarket. Ticket Prices: $15 per person, per film. Learn more about York Cinemania.

November’s Film: Scarborough (2021)
The runner up for TIFF’s People’s Choice Award and winner of eight Canadian Screen Awards, including Best Picture, Best Director and Best Adapted Screenplay. This adaptation of Catherine Hernandez’s novel follows three children over the course of one school year. With amazing performances from its young cast, the film depicts how the three kids from a low-income neighbourhood find friendship and community in the suburbs.

Wednesday, November 9
Time: 7:00 – 10:00 p.m.
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WRITING WORKSHOP:

The Showing/Telling Dilemma Writer Workshop with Kim McDougall
“Show don’t tell” is an often-heard mantra in writing. But how can you tell the difference? And how do you transform “telling” into “showing?” Finally, when is it okay to “tell?”  Author Kim McDougall of the Writer’s Community of York Region will explore these important questions, by looking at dialogue, description, pacing and transitions, so you’ll learn to spot and fix the problem passages in your manuscript.

Thursday, November 24
7:00 – 8:30 p.m.

Ages: Adults and teens
Location: Via Zoom
Cost: FREE
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FUN FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES: 

Family Storytime
Let’s have fun as we enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and finger-plays and share good times together. Drop-in program, no registration required.

Every Saturday, starting Sept. 10
Time: 9:45 – 10:15 a.m.
Ages: 6 months to 5 years
Location: Picture Book Area 
Cost: FREE

Full STEAM Ahead: November Workshops, ages 10 to 12
Twice a month STEAM workshops that will inspire your child’s curiosity about Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math. Each workshop includes hands-on activities and experiments. Registration required.

Cereal Box Marble Run
Tuesday, November 8
Engineers ready? Get creative and build your own cereal box marble run. There are so many different ways to create your maze using straws and bottle tops. Cereal boxes, marbles and supplies will be provided as you explore potential and kinetic energy, gravity and force.

Structures
Tuesday, November 22
Can you build a city with marshmallows and toothpicks? Let’s try! In this engineering activity create fun and amazing structures like a triangular prism, a cube, or your very own creation then record the results.

Times: 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Location: Program Room
Cost: $10 per child (supplies for both programs)
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Chess in the Library
Love playing chess? Want to learn? Here’s your opportunity to play a challenging game with your peers, or learn how to play. Chess in the Library is an organization whose mission is to promote chess across Canada through its student volunteer-run program at libraries. For more information, visit the Chess in the Library website. Make your move and have a great time playing chess at NPL

Every Saturday
Time: 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Ages: 8 and up
Location: Program Room
Cost: FREE
Register for this program

FILM FRIDAYS AT NPL
No registration required, just drop in and enjoy a free movie in the Library’s multipurpose room. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 

They Shall Not Grow Old (2018)
A critically acclaimed documentary by Peter Jackson about World War I with never-before-seen footage, colourized, to commemorate the centennial of the end of the war.
Rated 14A Watch the trailer.

Friday, November 11
Time: 1:30 – 3:15 p.m. 

Tolkien (2019)
This drama looks at the formative years of author J. R. R. Tolkien, who as an orphan finds friendship, love and artistic inspiration among a group of fellow outcasts at school. But the outbreak of World War I threatens to tear the fellowship apart. All of these experiences would inspire Tolkien to write his famous trilogy of novels, The Lord of the Rings. Rated PG-13. Watch the trailer.

Friday, November 25
Time: 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.

 

P. A. DAYS MOVIES AT NPL
Looking for something to do with the kids on P.A. Days this fall? NPL is showing free family movies the kids will love in the multipurpose room. Free snacks provided, but please bring your own water bottle. Children must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required, just drop in and enjoy!

Tom and Jerry (2021)
One of the most beloved rivalries in history is back. When Jerry moves into New York City’s finest hotel on the eve of the wedding of the century, it forces the event’s desperate wedding planner to hire Tom to get rid of him. The beloved characters are updated to modern times in this funny feature combining live action and animation. Rated G. Watch the trailer.

Friday, November 18
Time: 1:30 – 3:15 p.m.

BOOK CLUBS: 

NPL’s Online Cookbook Club
Let’s get cooking! Here’s a club for those who enjoy the culinary arts. We’ll make different dishes each month based on a theme, with suggested recipe books to use that are available at NPL (or use a recipe source of your own). At our monthly online meetings we’ll show each other the dish we’ve created (this can be a photo if it’s already been consumed), and chat about food, recipes and more.

November’s Theme: Soups, Stews and Chilis
Fill your kitchen with the welcoming aroma of soups, stews, or chilis. So many great recipes to choose from. Share virtually with photos of your culinary creations. Here are some books for inspiration: in print at the library Soups, Stews & Chilis by the editors of Cook's Illustrated; and on Hoopla, 20 Best Slow Cooker Soup & Stew Recipes by Betty Crocker, and Saveur: Soups and Stews by the editors of Saveur. Feel free to use any recipe source.

Thursday, November 17
Afternoon Club Meeting
Time: 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. 
Register now

Evening Club Meeting
7:00 to 8:00 p.m.
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ADULT PROGRAMS:

Indigenous Paint Night with Moses Lunham
Indigenous artist Moses Lunham will share a short story about what inspired him to create his painting Falling Leaves Moon. He will touch on how his art work is a reflection of his people's spirituality and ideology. Then Moses will guide participants as they paint along with him step-by-step, using their own materials. No prior artistic experience necessary. A list of materials is available on the registration webpage for the program.

Tuesday, November 15
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Location: Via Zoom
Cost: FREE
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Slam The Scam Fraud Prevention with Canada Revenue Agency
A specialist from Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) will discuss how to protect yourself from scams! Learn more about ongoing scams, different types of fraud, how to avoid fraud, how to browse the Canada.ca website and share stories of scam experiences.

Tuesday, November 15
Time: 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Location: Via Zoom
Cost: FREE
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Learn Lab: Optimize Your LinkedIn Experience
Learn Labs are a collaboration between the Newmarket Chamber of Commerce and NPL, open to Chamber members and library card holders.  Are you maximizing your time and opportunities on LinkedIn?  Learn how to make the most of this professionally-focused social media platform. We’ll cover public versus business pages, discuss best practices, and how to create and strengthen connections to better reach clients and potential strategic partners. 

Thursday, November 17
Time: 9:30 – 11:00 a.m.
Location: Multipurpose Room
Cost: FREE
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Tea For Thought
Want to meet new people? Come and join us for an evening of tea, dessert, and stimulating conversation. Get to know others and make new friends! It is a great way to network, and learn about how incredibly diverse we are as a community. There will icebreakers and prompts for discussion.

Thursday, November 17
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Multipurpose Room
Cost: FREE
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Let’s Talk: Barriers in Cross-Cultural Communication
This interactive workshop will aim at educating and highlighting challenges that come with cross-cultural dialogue. It will give participants a deeper understanding of the “other” highlighting the obstacles and presumptions made about diverse communities. Participants will explore some simple activities, games and improvisational exercises that can teach us something about how we engage with others in meaningful and productive inter-cultural dialogue.

Wednesday, November 23
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Multipurpose Room
Cost: FREE
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SENIORS PROGRAMS 

Fall Prevention with CHATS
As we age it is important to be wary of falls that can cause serious injury. A representative from CHATS Caregiver Support and Education will provide a free workshop discussing risk factors, and providing tips on how to prevent trips and fall, plus how to get up safely in the event of a fall.

Tuesday, November 22
Time: 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Via Zoom
Cost: FREE
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Power of Attorney and Capacity with CHATS
An educational session with CHATS and the Alzheimer Society of York Region  about the importance of having a Power of Attorney, and what it means to have a capacity assessment. It will also cover what should be discussed with family to plan ahead, and how to maintain quality of life as we age.  

Wednesday, November 23
Time: 10:30 – 11:50 a.m.
Location: Via Zoom
Cost: FREE
Register for this program

HEALTH CARE PROGRAMS 

Hearing Screening Clinic
Sign up for the opportunity to have a hearing screening (initial hearing test) with a Hearing Care Counsellor from Canadian Hearing Services. Ask your questions about hearing loss and hearing health. Troubleshoot and manage hearing aids. Learn about assistive listening devices and Hearing Care Counselling and how counsellors can help.

Wednesday, November 23
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Location: Boardroom
Cost: FREE
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Alzheimer’s Disease: Communication and Behaviours
Learn how Alzheimer’s disease affects many aspects of daily living with the Alzheimer's Society of York Region. By looking at how caregivers and individuals living with dementia communicate, we can develop effective communication. Understanding what lies behind the behaviours exhibited by people with dementia will also help caregivers respond and create effective strategies.

Tuesday, November 29
Time: 10:00 – 10:30 a.m.
Location: Multipurpose Room
Cost: FREE
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RESUME ASSISTANCE:

Resume Workshop with ACCES Employment
Get help on preparing your resume with assistance from ACCES Employment. The workshop with through the step-by-step process of how to create a Canadian-style resume that gets you noticed by employers. Discover which information to include, professional formatting tips, and how to make your final product Applicant Tracking System (ATS)-friendly.

Wednesday, November 23
Time: 200 – 3:00 p.m.
Location: Via Zoom
Cost: FREE
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Resume Clinic with ACCES Employment
Meet with an experienced Employment Consultant from ACCES Employment for one-on-one resume support. Receive tips and recommendations to polish your resume and strategies to market your skills effectively.

Wednesday, November 30
Time:100 – 4:00 p.m.
Location: Multipurpose Room
Cost: FREE
Register for this program

CALLING ALL MAKERS: 

Design Your Own 3D Printable Cookie Cutter
Make your next batch of cookies extra special, or create a one-of-a-kind gift. Together we'll learn to use CookieCAD to build a custom cookie cutter that can be 3D printed. Build your own cutter using a simple image to be traced and turned into a file that can be 3D printed.This is an online class that you can join from anywhere. You will need an internet connection and a computer or laptop. Afterwards, you can send us your designs to print on the library's 3D printers for a cost.

Thursday, November 24
Time: 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Location: Via Zoom
Cost: FREE
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Design Your Own 3D Printable Custom Snowflake Ornament
Personalize your holiday decorations.We'll find a snowflake design and learn how to customize it using TinkerCAD.com. This is an online class that you can join from anywhere. You will need an internet connection and a computer or laptop. Afterwards, you can send us your designs to print on the library's 3D printers for a cost. Please note: you must create an account on TinkerCAD.com before the attending. A desktop or laptop is required to be able to follow along with the instructor.

Wednesday, November 30
Time: 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Location: Via Zoom
Cost: FREE
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Knitting, Crocheting and Sewing Circle
All levels welcome. Join us and work on your projects, compare patterns, connect with fellow makers, share techniques and tips.
Thursday, November 3
Time: 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Location: Board Room
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Make Your Own 3D Object: 3D Certification
Get certified and learn to use NPL’s Ultimaker 3D printers. We’ll show you how to locate and prepare a 3D model file of a star, which you will print and take home with you. After taking this course and signing the Maker Hub agreement, you will be able to use NPL’s 3D printers during Maker Hub hours. You must have a library card to participate. Get a library card.

Saturday, November 19
Time: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Ages: 12 and up
Location: Maker Hub
Cost: FREE

Register for this date now

For more information on upcoming programs check our Programs and Activities calendar on the homepage of the library’s website www.newmarketpl.ca

The library is open during its regular hours Tuesday to Thursday 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday and Saturday 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday 1 to 5 p.m.