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A new year beckons with lots of events planned for you in the months to come. To kick things off, we are thrilled to now have three Royal Ontario Museum passes in our catalogue. Borrow a pass and get free general admission to ROM for up to four people per visit. For newcomers, the ESL Conversation Circle will help boost their confidence by improving language skills while connecting with other people. We’ve also partnered with Job Skills to provide the In Motion & Momentum+...
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With the festive season fast approaching, take time to visit the Library for some great programs or borrow books, DVDs, board games and more to enjoy over the holidays. Interested in learning to crochet? Join the Newmarket Crochet Crew and discover the joy of making beautiful patterns with a supportive group of enthusiasts. Want to take in a critically acclaimed film? York Cinemania presents Perfect Days, directed by renowned director Wim Wenders. Parents with young children can...
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This month we head into fall with good times guaranteed for all. Parents and children can enjoy interactive and engaging drop-in programs, including Music and Movement, Family Storytime, and Out and About Family Storytimes taking place at the Magna Centre. Interested in learning basic computer skills? Get one-on-one support during a 2-day workshop provided by Job Skills. Dance instructor Karishma returns with a family-friendly Bollywood dance program to celebrate Diwali. Enjoy...
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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...
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Students heading back to class can get help with their studies through the Library’s Brainfuse HelpNow, connecting with tutors online who provide assistance with homework, skills building and test preparation. Pre-school children with caregivers will have a great time in the interactive programs Family Storytime, Parent-Child Mother Goose and Music and Movement. For those interested in hands-on creativity, Maker Hub programs will show you how to use 3D printing software...
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