Party with RUSS, digitize vintage photos and more!

Autumn brings cooler weather, and even cooler programs at the Library! This month we kick off an amazing series of programs for seniors 55 and over. Our Pixel Project Digitizing Memories programs show seniors how to utilize recently acquired technology in the Library’s Maker Hub, to digitize their vintage photos, slides and Super 8 films. For the younger crowd, popular children’s entertainer RUSS returns for his lively, interactive fall concerts the whole family will enjoy. Book club members can get ready to read and discuss some of the great new titles that we’ve added to our popular Book Club Kits. Plus, our family storytimes taking place at the Magna Centre, chess in the library, York Cinemania and more! 

Register for Library programs
Create an Xplor Recreation account to register for Library and Town programs. Take a few moments to sign up for your account. For a program requiring registration, please log in to Xplor Recreation and under Activities, Activity Registration, enter its title. NOTE: Registration ends one week before the program date.

You can also register in person for Library programs at all Library Service Desks. For more information call 905-953-5110 Ext. 4770 for adult programs, 905-953-5110 Ext. 4690 for Children’s programs and 905-953-5110 Ext. 4860 for Community programs.

COMING SOON: Changes to our Interlibrary Loan Service
Later this fall the Library will be transitioning from our current interlibrary loan service, VDX/ZPortal, to a new service used by Ontario public libraries called Resource Sharing for Groups. The changeover is scheduled for Tuesday, November 12, after which the old service will no longer be used. Stay tuned for further updates on the new system.

Reading Buddies
Do you have a child in grades 1 to 4 struggling to read? Reading Buddies pairs your child with a trained volunteer mentor for weekly one-hour sessions in the Library for 6 to 8 weeks. A mentor will assist them using literacy activities in a supportive, relaxed environment. Reading Buddies runs from Oct. 2024 to May 2025. Apply for Reading Buddies

NEW Book Club Kits
Book Club members rejoice! We’ve added many new titles to the Library’s book club kits, including Yellowface by R. F. Kuang, The Art Thief by Michael Finkel, and The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store by James McBride. See all the kits available and reserve one today.

Here’s the Scoop!
Your Library card gives you access to over 1,000 digital newspapers and magazines. That’s right, our Pressreader™ service is a digital newsstand with publications from around the world. Look for it in our Digital Magazines & Newspapers.

Say it With Socks!
Let everyone know you’re an avid reader and Newmarket Library fan with our colourful, custom-made socks. For $20, you get cool footwear, and help fund programs and events for all ages at the Library. Available in O/S (one size fits most people), S/M (sizes 4 to 7) for men, and S/M (sizes 5 to 9) for women. Get yours at the Customer Service Desk on the main floor.

York Cinemania
York Cinemania is back! 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.

October’s Film: TBD
At this time we the title of the film we will be showing has not been confirmed. Please check the Library’s social media posts in the coming weeks for final confirmation.
Wednesday, October 23
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Location: SilverCity Newmarket Cinemas

MAKER HUB PROGRAMS:
For a program requiring registration, please log in to Xplor Recreation and under Activities, Activity Registration, enter its title. NOTE: Registration ends one week before program date.

Pixel Project Digitizing Memories
Seniors 55 and over, learn how to digitize your vintage photos, slides, Super 8 films and more, preserving them for you and future generations to enjoy! These FREE Workshops take place in Newmarket Library’s Board Room and are funded by the Ontario Government’s Seniors Community Grant Program. Space is limited to 10 participants per workshop.

Converting Slides & Film to Digital
Learn to convert slides and films into digital formats using a Kodak Slide and Film Scanner.
Friday, October 4, 2024
Time: 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
Location: Library Board Room
Ages: Adults 55+
Fee: Free
Register for Converting Slides & Film To Digital

Converting Photos to Digital
Digitize cherished photos by scanning and editing them with the Epson FastFoto 680W scanner.
Friday, November 8, 2024
Time: 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
Location: Library Board Room
Ages: Adults 55+
Fee: Free
Register for Converting Photos to Digital

From Digital to Tangible: Sublimation Printing for Seniors
With a. sublimation printer, transfer your digitized photos onto keychains, coasters or mugs.
Friday, December 6, 2024
Time: 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
Location: Library Board Room
Ages: Adults 55+
Fee: Free
Register for From Digital to Tangible

FUN FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES:
For a program requiring registration, please log in to Xplor Recreation and under Activities, Activity Registration, enter its title. NOTE: Registration ends one week before program date.

Singalong with Russ Fall Concerts
Children’s entertainer Russ is back! Children love his lively, interactive shows featuring popular children’s songs and Russ’ originals, along with musical instruments, dancing, and lots of fun! When Russ comes to play, it’s time to party!
Saturday, October 26
Choose from two concert times:
Time: 10:00 - 10:45 a.m.     
Time: 11:00   - 11:45 a.m.
Ages: 6 months - 5 years
Location: Multipurpose Room
Cost: FREE

Out and About Family Storytime at Magna Centre: Drop-in
Newmarket Library is holding storytime at the Magna Centre, a wonderful way for caregivers and children to enjoy sharing stories, rhymes and fingerplays that engage young minds and help with learning. Drop-in anytime for these free storytimes.
Wednesdays, October 16 to December 11, 2024
Time: 10:30  11:00 a.m.
Ages: 6 months to 5 years
Location: Multipurpose Room #1, South Entrance Magna Centre
Cost: FREE

Family Storytime: Drop-in
Let’s get together for a fun interactive time as we enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and finger-plays. No registration required.
Every Saturday, October 5, 2024 to  June 28, 2025
Time: 9:45 – 10:15 a.m.
Ages: 6 months to 5 years
Location: Children’s Floor Picture Book Area
Cost: FREE

Preschool and Toddler Storytime: Drop-in
Join us for stories, songs and rhymes! Each week a new theme and a new set of stories. No registration needed. Maximum 15 participants.
Tuesday, October 1 to November 19
Times: 9:45 – 10:15 a.m.
Ages: 2 to 5 years
Location: Story Room
Cost: FREE

Baby and Toddler Storytime: Drop-in
An eight-week interactive program featuring songs, bounces, rhymes and puppets for children  c 6 to 35 months of age, but all are welcome. Maximum 15 children and their caregivers.
Friday, October 4 to November 22
Times: 9:45 – 10:15 a.m.
Ages: 6 to 35 months
Location: Children’s Storybook Area
Cost: FREE

Music And Movement: Drop-in
A fun interactive music-based program where children and caregivers together will get to dance, sing, play instruments and enjoy finger rhymes. Maximum 15 children and their caregivers.
Tuesdays, October 15 to December 3
Time: 9:45 – 10:15 a.m.
Ages: 2 to 4 years
Location: Multipurpose Room
Cost: FREE

Blox Builders Club: Drop-in
Bring your imagination and create your own world with LEGO and DUPLO. Children must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required.
Saturdays, October 5, 2024 to June 18, 2025
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Ages: 3 and up
Location: Story Room
Cost: FREE

Parent-Child Mother Goose
A group experience for you and your baby. This 10-week program focuses on the pleasure and power of using rhymes, songs and stories together. It will give your baby healthy early experiences with communication, language and social relationships, and provide a chance for you to socialize with other parents with young children. This program is brought to you by EarlyON Child and Family Centre. Maximum 12 children, plus parent or caregiver.
Thursday, October 3 to December 5
Time: 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Ages: 3-10 months with parent
Location: Multipurpose Room
Cost: FREE
Register at EarlyON

Tween Book Club
For pre-teens interested in reading challenging books. Every month we discuss our monthly pick and do activities based on the book’s theme. Contact 905-953-5105 jref@newmarketpl.ca
Every third Thursday of the month
October 17, 2024 to May 15, 2025
Time: 7:00 - 7:45 p.m.
Ages: 9 to 12 years
Location: Program Room
Cost: FREE

Chess in the Library – Drop-in
Love playing chess? Or maybe you are new to the game.  Join us on Saturdays for the opportunity to play a challenging game with your peers or learn how to play from a volunteer.  This program is part of the Chess in the Library organization whose mission is to promote chess across Canada through its student volunteer run program.  Parent/Caregiver is to remain in the building if participant is under the age of 11.  For more information, visit the Chess in the Library website.
Every Saturday all year round
Time: 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Ages: 8 to 18 years
Location: Program Room
Fee: Free

READING CHALLENGES:

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten: Fairy Tale Theme
Embark on this rewarding reading challenge with your child, keep track of your reading on Beanstack and share your favourites with the Library and other fellow readers. Find the challenge at the bottom of our Reading Challenges webpage.

100 Books Before University
Can you complete the challenge before leaving high school? Read 100 books before university, log your reading in Beanstack, and earn a new set of badges!  Find the challenge at the bottom of our Reading Challenges webpage.

BOOK CLUBS:

Afternoon Book Club
Book lovers join us for fiction and non-fiction reads on alternating months. We've chosen some intriguing titles you're sure to enjoy. October’s book is Where the Falcon Flies by Adam Shoalts.
Meetings on Tuesday, October 8
Time: 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Location: Via Zoom
Fee: Free
For more information contact Adult Department at 905-953-5110 ext. 4770

Dark Evenings Mystery Book Club
Mystery fans we’ve got intriguing titles to see you through the long, dark nights of fall and winter. October’s book is The Anatomy of Desire by L.R. Dorn.
Meeting on Thursday, October 10
Time: 7:00 – 8:15 p.m.
Location: Via Zoom
Cost: FREE
For more information contact Adult Department at 905-953-5110 ext. 4770

Online Cookbook Club October 2024: In Garten Recipes
If you’re looking for an opportunity to share your enthusiasm for the culinary arts with like-minded individuals, then join us for our online cooking club. We’ll select different recipe ideas ahead of our meetings, get cooking, then meet online to share and discuss the results.
Meeting on Thursday, October 17
Time: 3:00 p.m.
Location: Via Zoom
Cost: FREE
For more information contact Adult Department at 905-953-5110 ext. 4770

LEARN A HOBBY:

Newmarket Crochet Crew – Drop-in 
Looking to learn crochet? Want to try out a new pattern? Interested in working with others to make a group project come to life? Or would you like company while you work on your crafts? B.Y.O.Y (Bring Your Own Yarn) for working on personal projects, or stash bust, trade, and partake in making a project with the group. Try your hand at a knitting machine if holding hooks and needles isn't your thing. Get hooked on a new hobby!
Every other Saturday, October 12, 26
Time: 2:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Ages: All ages, but under 13 must be accompanied by an adult
Location: Library Main Floor
Fee: Free

TEEN PROGRAMS:
For a program requiring registration, please log in to Xplor Recreation and under Activities, Activity Registration, enter its title. NOTE: Registration ends one week before program date.

YA Pride Club – Drop-In 
In the YA Pride Club, LGBTQ+ teens can be themselves free from judgement and enjoy activities, discussions, and lots of fun. Whether you're questioning, out and proud, or anywhere in between, the club is an inclusive hangout where you will find acceptance, laughter and friendship. In biweekly meetings, we’ll have respectful conversations about gender, sexuality and identity, and enjoy game nights, movie screenings, themed parties and creative workshops.
Biweekly Tuesdays, Oct. 8, 22
Time: 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Ages: 13 to 20 years
Location: Story Room
Fee: Free
Learn more and see the dates for YA Pride Club

The library is open during its regular hours Tuesday to Thursday 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Friday and Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Sunday 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Enquiries about adult programs 905-953-5110 Ext. 4770 and children’s programs 905-953-5105