Autumn is Awesome 
by Katie Jackson The daylight hours may be getting shorter, but the list of things to do at your Library and Learning Centre keeps growing! Come in Oct. 19-25 to help us celebrate “Public Library Week”. The monthly lecture series continues Thurs., Oct. 23rd at 7:00 pm, as we welcome Chris Andersen to speak about regional archeology. On Thurs., Nov. 20th, 7:00 pm, the experts from Wellington Street will visit to share some Christmas decorating ideas. Don’t forget to mark Sun., Dec. 14th on your calendar! We are once again pleased to present “Spectrum” String Quartet in concert at 7:00 pm at the Trinity United Church. Improve your computer skills by signing up for the six-week intermediate computer course (starting Thurs., Oct. 2, 3:00 pm), or a one-on-one tutorial. Share ideas and exercise your mind at the second meeting of the topical discussion group, Sun., Oct. 5th at 2:00 pm in the Apsley Library. Believe it or not, there are movies not made in Hollywood! A monthly film group will be starting Thurs., Oct. 16, 7:00 pm in the Library screening international cinema—what would you like to see? Your input would be appreciated! Kids—do you need help with your schoolwork? Drop in Wednesdays after school for the “After 3” Homework Club, or ask about one-on-one tutoring. High school students can complete their volunteer hours by peer tutoring or helping with the Homework Club. The Community Skills Inventory Project is underway in North Kawartha, contact us to find out how you can make a meaningful contribution to our community, while improving your own skill set. The Lifelong Learning Centre is now offering services for small business, come in to see how we can help you with web page, brochure, or flyer design, scanning, faxing, business cards and more! For more information on our programs, please contact the Library (656-4333), and Learning Centre (656-4958), or visit our web site at www.geocities.com/nklibrarylearningcentre. We hope to see you soon! |
The TD Summer Reading Program, '20,00 READS UNDER THE SEA' at the Apsley and Woodview Libraries, was enjoyed by a record number of children this year. The reading program included theme related stories, crafts, a reading contest and visits by two very special guests. 'Dive with Diana', presented by Diana Storen, included dive videos from the Pacific Ocean and Lake Ontario shipwreck sites, as well as dive equipment for the children to try on and door prizes. A big hit, thanks to the sponsorship of the Apsley & District Lion's Club. Our own George Schultz, friend of the Manatee, made a presentation to the children about the near extinction of this gentle giant, with videos and stories of his special friends in the freshwater rivers of Florida. Each child received a Manatee poster and then created' Save the Manatee' posters of their own. Thanks, George! A very special 'THANK YOU' to our dedicated student volunteers, Codie Lean, Nina Vos and Katherine Bailey. We couldn't have done it without you. Pat Hoffman (Assistant Librarian/Children's Program Coordinator) |