Thunder Bay Public Library - February 2019

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Announcement
www.tbpl.ca
THUNDER BAY PUBLIC LIBRARY EVENTS FEBRUARY 2019.
The Thunder Bay Public Library is a non-profit organization. Our charitable
registration number is #11925 9075 RR0001
All library locations will be closed Monday, February 18 for Family Day.
All locations are wheelchair accessible
Website/Online Catalogue available 24/7 @ www.tbpl.ca
Please check the Hours of Operation on our website for the branch nearest you or pick
up an Hours of Operation bookmark at any Library location.
Join us for Northern Nature Trading @ the Mary J.L. Black Library. Northern Nature
Trading offers a weekly program which is a special kind of swap shop where you can
trade things you find in nature like rocks, shells, fossils and pine cones. Join us Tuesdays
from
6-8 p.m., Wednesdays from 3- 5 p.m. and Saturdays from 2- 4 p.m. For more
information, visit www.tbpl.ca/northernnaturetrading
Do you need to talk to a Social Worker for assistance? Make an appointment or drop in
to see Joanne Boucher from Alpha Court @ the Brodie Resource Library every
Thursday afternoon between 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. & @ the Waverley Resource Library –
Main Floor on the last Tuesday of each month from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. For more
information contact Joanne Boucher RSW @ 627-4149 or by email:
jboucher@alphacourt.ca
Youth Move @ your Library
Youth Move is a free drop-in program offered for anyone 12-18 years of age and is
available at Mary J.L. Black Library. Youth Move offers weekly programming that
includes everything from games, crafts, board games, video games, resume writing
workshops and of course lots of snacks.
Join the Youth Move program @ the Mary J.L. Black Community Program Room
Monday, Wednesday & Friday from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. For program information check us
out on Facebook at Youth Move, on Instagram at Youthmovetbay, by email at
youthmove@thunderbay.ca or by phone at 625-2344.
No Late Fees on Kid’s Stuff. Reading is one of the most important activities a child can
do to develop the mind, learn new things and stimulate the imagination. Your Library
wants to ensure that it’s easy for families to borrow all the books that they want and to
not worry about having to pay for returning those books late. We want every child to
experience the Library as a welcoming, friendly place where stories come alive and you
can learn about anything that you are interested in. There will no longer be fines charged
for any children’s book, movie, magazine or music CD which is returned after the due
date. Borrow books without barriers!
Mary J.L. Black And County Park are Good Food Box order and pick-up sites. Boxes
vary from month to month but are always filled to the brim with a colourful variety of
quality, fresh fruits and vegetables. To place an order, visit Mary J.L. Black or County
Park on or before the order deadline. There are no forms or applications; just bring in
your payment. You will be issued a receipt. Return to Mary J.L. Black Library or
County Park on the second last Thursday of the month to pick up your Good Food Box.
For more information visit www.tbpl.ca/goodfoodbox
Build and Play @ Mary J.L. Black Children’s Area. Kits are available for use upon
request
anytime the Library is open! Families are invited to come and play with our creative
engineering and building toys! Mastermind a massive marble maze, build an adventure
with Goldie Blox, or snap together Magna Tiles. Toys are suitable for children ages 4 and
over.
Friday, February 1 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Play Days @ the Waverley Auditorium. Kids of all
ages can drop-in to the Waverley Auditorium for unstructured play. Promoting literacy
through dramatic play. For more information call the Waverley Library @ 684-6816.
Friday, February 1 1 p.m. Retirement Explorers @ the Mary J.L. Black Community Program
Room. Retirement Explorers are a group of retirees who pursue active recreation options.
Retirees and soon to-be retirees are welcome to attend. For more information please call
Jennifer @ 621-3135 or email jhyytiainen@thunderbay.ca
Saturday, February 2 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Join us for Family Lego Club @ the County Park
Library Children’s Area. Play, build and create! Kids of all ages and their caregivers are
invited to drop-in for imaginative play. Materials provided. For more information call the
County Park Library @ 345-8275 ext 7401.
Saturday, February 2 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Join us for Family Lego Club @ the Brodie Story Hour
Room. Play, build and create! Kids of all ages and their caregivers are invited to drop-in for
imaginative play. Materials provided. For more information call the Brodie Resource Library
@ 624-4208.
Saturday, February 2 2 p.m. Lakehead University Lectures in Conversation @ the Mary J.L.
Black Community Program Room. Dr. Michel S. Beaulieu, of Lakehead University History
Department presents: Historical Amnesia and Combatting Fake News. Fake news can mean
many things: deliberate misinformation, hoaxes, propaganda, casting doubt on legitimate
news for political gain - to name a few. Yet, despite its predominance today, it is not a new
phenomenon. Join us to explore the history of fake news and how historical amnesia has
contributed to its rise today. For more information call the Mary J.L. Black Library @
345-8275 ext. 7301.
Saturday, February 2 2:30 p.m. Puppet Show: Three Billy Goats Gruff @ the Waverley
Auditorium. Kids of all ages can drop-in for this fun and exciting puppet show. For more
information call the Waverley Auditorium @ 684-6816.
Monday, February 4 10:30 a.m. Baby Time - a drop-in, literacy based story time for babies
up to 24 months @ the Waverley Auditorium. Your baby will learn through stories, songs, lap
rhymes and play. Siblings are welcome. For more information call the Waverley Resource
Library @ 684-6816.
Monday, February 4 4 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Fanfiction Writers Club @ the Waverley Auditorium.
Calling all teen writers, ages 12-18. If you’re interested in learning more about fanfiction and
writing, come join other fans to try some writing games and practice your craft! Come
prepared to share your work and eat some snacks. For more information call the Waverley
Library @
684-6816.
Monday, February 4 6 p.m. Community Action Panel (CAP) Meeting @ the Waverley
Auditorium. For future dates, more information or to join contact Sylvia at 684-6808 or
srenaud@tbpl.ca Everyone is welcome to attend.
Tuesday, February 5 10:30 a.m. Read, Sing, Play @ the Brodie Story Hour Room. Children
& their family or caregivers will enjoy this 100% literacy based drop-in story time combining
stories, songs & rhymes with activities & time for play. Daycares are welcome & asked to call
ahead. For more information call 624-4208.
Tuesday, February 5 10:30 a.m. Read, Sing, Play @ the County Park Library. Children &
their family or caregivers will enjoy this 100% literacy based drop-in story time combining
ahead. For more information call the County Park Library @ 345-8275 ext. 7401.
Wednesday, February 6 7 p.m. Graphic Novel Book Club @ the Waverley Learning Space.
Are you an adult who likes to read graphic novels? This group is for you! Members meet one
Wednesday a month to discuss graphic novels based on a chosen theme. Refreshments are
provided. Contact Meaghan at 684-6814 for more information.
Thursday, February 7 10:30 a.m. Baby Time. Drop-in literacy based story time for babies
from birth to 24 months combining stories, songs, lap rhymes & play @ the Brodie Story Hour
Room. Your baby will learn the sounds & rhythm of language & its value. Instill an early love
of reading & encourage socialization in your baby! Siblings are welcome. For further
information contact the Brodie Library @ 624-4208.
Thursday, February 7 10:30 a.m. Baby Time - drop-in literacy based story time for babies
from birth to 24 months combining stories, songs, lap rhymes & play @ the County Park
Library. Your baby will learn the sounds & rhythm of language & its value. Instill an early
love of reading & encourage socialization in your baby! Siblings are welcome. For further
information contact the County Park Library @ 345-8275 ext 7401.
Thursday, February 7 10:30 am Read, Sing, Play @ the Waverley Auditorium. Children and
stories, songs, and rhymes with activities and time for play! Just drop-in! Daycares welcome -
please call a few days ahead. For more information please call the Waverley Resource Library
@ 684-6816.
Thursday, February 7 1:30 p.m. Wit Knits @ the Mary J.L. Black Community Program
Room. Whether you’re new to knitting or experienced and 55 years and older, you are
welcome to join Wit Knits, a group that gets together to knit (and crochet). Share stories and
laughs with fellow group members while you work. For more information please call Jennifer
@ 621-3135 or email jhyytiainen@thunderbay.ca
Thursday, February 7 2 p.m. Baby Time - drop-in literacy based story time for babies from
birth to 24 months combining stories, songs, lap rhymes & play @ the County Park Library.
Your baby will learn the sounds & rhythm of language & its value. Instill an early love of
reading & encourage socialization in your baby! Siblings are welcome. For further information
contact the County Park Library @ 345-8275 ext 7401.
Thursday, February 7 7 p.m. Genealogy Resources @ the Mary J.L. Black Community
Program Room. This class will pick up where Genealogy Basics leaves off and address the
wide variety of resources available. For more information and to pre-register, call the Mary
J.L. Black Library @ 345-8275 ext. 7301 or go to www.tbpl.ca/onlinecalendar
Thursday, February 7 7 p.m. Colour Me Calm @ the Waverley Learning Space. Looking for
a creative way to relax and meet new people? Join Colour Me Calm, the drop-in Adult
Colouring Club at Waverley. Supplies and refreshments will be provided! For more
information, contact Shauna @ 684-6816 or email @ wavcolouringclub@tbpl.ca
Friday, February 8 1 p.m. Retirement Explorers @ the Mary J.L. Black Community Program
Room. Retirement Explorers are a group of retirees who pursue active recreation options.
Retirees and soon to-be retirees are welcome to attend. For more information please call
Jennifer @ 621-3135 or email jhyytiainen@thunderbay.ca
Saturday, February 9 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Crafts @ the County Park Library. Kids of all ages can
make a cute craft to take home with our various craft supplies. For more information call the
County Park Library @ 345-8275 ext. 7401.
Saturday, February 9 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Join us for Family Lego Club @ the Brodie Story Hour
Room. Play, build and create! Kids of all ages and their caregivers are invited to drop-in for
imaginative play. Materials provided. For more information call the Brodie Resource Library
@ 624-4208.
Saturday, February 9 2:30 p.m. Crafter-noons @ the Waverley Auditorium. Drop in to knit,
crochet, sew, or practice any other craft you can think of! We have large tables if you need the
space to work and can help with knitting emergencies. Other emergencies will depend on who
is present to lend a hand. Contact Ruth at 624-4206 or rhamlindouglas@tbpl.ca for more
information.
Library @ 684-6816.
Monday, February 11 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Retro Video Game Night @ the Waverley Auditorium.
We’ve all played Fortnite at some point, but how often do you get to play retro games like
Dance Dance Revolution? Kids in Grades 7 - 12 can drop-in, hang out, play video games and
eat snacks. For more information call the Waverley Library @ 684-6816.
Tuesday, February 12 12-1:30 p.m. Casual Clerisy Club @ the Waverley Auditorium. Bring
your lunch and join in this noon-hour book club. This month features Mystery. Contact Donna
@ danuta@tbaytel.net for more information.
Tuesday, February 12 6 p.m. Indigenous Advisory Council (IAC) Meeting @ the Brodie
Study Room. The Indigenous Advisory Council serves as advisors to the Library. Together,
we are striving to create inclusive community hubs. Help guide and support the Library’s
ongoing decolonization and reconciliation efforts through meaningful discussion at IAC
consultation
meetings. For future dates, more information or to join contact Robyn at 684-6813 or
rmedicine@tbpl.ca or visit www.tbpl.ca/iac
Tuesday, February 12 6:30 p.m. Ontario Arts Council Grantwriting 101: Budgets and
Beyond @ the Mary J.L. Black Library Community Program Room. This workshop series is
designed to help guide artists and makers through a few of the many parts of creating an
Ontario Arts Council grant application. Sign up for any or all workshops that interest you!
RSVP to
aforslund@arts.on.ca or 632-4575. Spaces are limited! Hosted by the Thunder Bay Public
Library.
Wednesday, February 13 6:30 p.m. Donut Forget Valentine’s Day @ the County Park
Library. Kids ages 10-17 can come make an adorable sock donut for their special Valentine.
Register beginning two weeks before program date, in person, or online at
www.tbpl.ca/onlinecalendar or call the County Park Library @ 345-8275 ext. 7401.
Thursday, February 14 Thunder Bay Public Library Board Meeting. The Thunder Bay
Public Library Board meets once a month except in the summer. Members of the public are
welcome to attend. If you have any special needs, or want more details, please call 684-6803
at least one week prior to the meeting. Board agendas & minutes are available to the public on
the Library website & at all library locations.
Thursday, February 14 10:30 am Read, Sing, Play @ the Waverley Auditorium. Children
and their family or caregivers will enjoy this 100% literacy based drop-in story time
combining stories, songs, and rhymes with activities and time for play! Just drop-in! Daycares
welcome - please call a few days ahead. For more information please call the Waverley
Resource Library @ 684-6816.
Friday, February 15 1 p.m. Retirement Explorers @ the Mary J.L. Black Community
Program Room. Retirement Explorers are a group of retirees who pursue active recreation
options. Retirees and soon to-be retirees are welcome to attend. For more information please
call Jennifer @ 621-3135 or email jhyytiainen@thunderbay.ca
Saturday, February 16 1 p.m. Crafting with Candice - Photo Transfer to Canvas @ the
Waverley Auditorium. Come in and learn a craft. Pre-register two weeks before each program
date in person, by phone @ 345-8275 ext. 7301 or online at www.tbpl.ca/onlinecalendar
Saturday, February 16 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Join us for Family Lego Club @ the Brodie Story
Hour Room. Play, build and create! Kids of all ages and their caregivers are invited to drop-in
for imaginative play. Materials provided. For more information call the Brodie Resource
Library @ 624-4208.
Tuesday, February 19-March 10 Home Made Visible Video Exhibition @ the Brodie
Resource Library. Six short films by Indigenous and visible minority artists bring a personal
lens through FREE exhibitions, screenings, and workshops in libraries across Canada. The
Brodie Resource Library is hosting the exhibition from February 19 - March 10. For more
information call the Brodie Resource Library @ 624-4200.
Tuesday February 19 1:30 p.m. Mystic Musings with Katherine Keeping @ the Mary J.L.
Black Community Program Room. Join us for tea leaf reading. Register two weeks before
each program date in person, by phone or online at ww.tbpl.ca/onlinecalendar
Wednesday, February 20 2 p.m. Card-Making Classes @ the County Park Library. Join our
returning artist, Leslie Cano for a make-and-take workshop featuring card-making for any
occasion. No experience is necessary and all materials are included. Space is limited, register
two weeks before program date by visiting www.tbpl.ca/onlinecalendar and click on the
program date or calling 345-8275 ext. 7401.
Wednesday, February 20 3 p.m. Ancestry Library Edition Class @ the Waverley
Auditorium. An introduction to the Library’s online genealogy resource Ancestry Library
Edition database. You must know how to use a computer and Internet browser to register for
this class. These free, hands-on sessions are 1.5 hours long. Enrolment is limited. Register
beginning two weeks before each program date by calling 684-6816 or visit
www.tbpl.ca/onlinecalendar. Participants are welcome to bring their own laptop to use in
class. If you plan to bring your own laptop, please let us know at registration.
Wednesday, February 20 6:30 p.m. Youth Advisory Council (YAC) Meeting @ the Brodie
Fireside Reading Room. Need volunteer hours? Want your voice heard at your Library? Join
the Youth Advisory Council! Teens aged 12-18 meet once a month to discuss ideas for Library
programs, services and collections from a teen perspective. Go to www.tbpl.ca/yac for full
details and to get involved! For future dates, more information or to join contact Laura at
lprinselaar@tbpl.ca or 624-4204.
Thursday, February 21 10:30 a.m. Read, Sing, Play @ the Waverley Auditorium. Children
Thursday, February 21 2 p.m. Happiness Rocks @ the Waverley Auditorium. It is said that
the simplest acts of kindness can change someone’s day. Join us as we partner with the
Thunder Bay Rocks Group and paint “Happiness Rocks” to spread around the community and
brighten people’s lives. Considered random acts of art, rocks can be painted by all ages with
bright colours, images, intricate designs or simple messages, then shared with total strangers.
Supplies are included, but you are welcome to bring your own. Let’s make the world a happier
place one rock at a time. Pre-register beginning 2 weeks prior to each class by phone, in
person or online at www.tbpl.ca/onlinecalendar or by calling the Waverley Library @ 684-
6816.
Thursday, February 21 7 p.m. Colour Me Calm @ the Waverley Learning Space. Looking
for a creative way to relax and meet new people? Join Colour Me Calm, the drop-in Adult
Colouring Club at Waverley. Supplies and refreshments will be provided! For more
information, contact Shauna @ 684-6816 or email @ wavcolouringclub@tbpl.ca
Thursday, February 21 7 p.m. NOWW Readings @ Mary J.L. Black Community Program
Room. Presented by Northwestern Ontario Writers’ Workshop (NOWW). Myths & legends
(poetry): Valentine’s Day, Groundhog Day, local myths & legends, legends in your life, your
family, your community, our country, beliefs & superstitions. Visit www.nowwwriters.ca for
more information.
Friday, February 22 1 p.m. Retirement Explorers @ the Mary J.L. Black Community
Program Room. Retirement Explorers are a group of retirees who pursue active recreation
options. Retirees and soon to-be retirees are welcome to attend. For more information please
call Jennifer @ 621-3135 or email jhyytiainen@thunderbay.ca
Saturday, February 23 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Join us for Family Lego Club @ the Brodie Story
Hour Room. Play, build and create! Kids of all ages and their caregivers are invited to drop-in
for imaginative play. Materials provided. For more information call the Brodie Resource
Library @ 624-4208.
Saturday, February 23 2:30 p.m. Gnomeo and Juliet @ the Waverley Auditorium. Kids of all
ages can drop-in for a family friendly movie on the big screen and make a craft. For more
information call the Waverley Auditorium @ 684-6816.
Library @ 684-6816.
Monday, February 25 6:30 p.m. Tax & Estate Planning @ the Brodie Fireside Reading
Room. This free, drop-in workshop features tax and estate planning which includes many
considerations and overwhelming to-do lists. Join Kara Polsen, Financial Consultant, for this
free drop-in session.
Monday, February 25 7 p.m. Potala Meditation Group @ the Waverley Auditorium. Learn
Tibetan meditation practices. For more information contact Dan Cox at dtcox3@gmail.com
Tuesday, February 26 6 p.m. Shared Teachings Circle @ Brodie Story Hour Room. The
Shared Teachings Circle provides a safe place for anyone interested in learning the teachings
of Anishinaabeg culture. The seven grandfather teachings, the four sacred medicines, and the
medicine wheel teachings will be shared by traditional knowledge keeper Sheila Karasiewicz.
Teachings may vary from nation to nation however, sharing these stories and teachings are
essential to ensuring the preservation of Indigenous cultures. Everyone is welcome. (Circles
open with a smudge and a prayer.)
Tuesday, February 26 7 p.m. 9,000 Years of Human Activity at Lake Shebandowan @ the
Waverley Auditorium. Drop-in for this free illustrated talk by Dr. Joe Stewart. His talk will be
based around artifacts unearthed at an archaeological site. Contact Trisha @ 684-6814 for
more information.
Tuesday, February 26 7 p.m. Ontario Genealogical Society (OGS) Meeting @ the Mary J.L.
Black Community Program Room. This month's meeting features: Irish Records. Connect with
OGS on Facebook (Thunder Bay District Branch, OGS) or by email at thunderbay@ogs.on.ca
for more information.
Wednesday, February 27 7 p.m. Writers’ Circle @ the Waverley Auditorium. The Writers’
Circle meets at the Library once a month to share ideas and support each other. All new
writers, beginners especially, are welcome. Please call Paul at 345-8513 for more information.
Thursday, February 28 10:30 am Read, Sing, Play @ the Waverley Auditorium. Children
Contact: Tina Tucker, Director of Community Development @ 684-6813

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