Wasaga Beach Public Library

Friends Of The Library Meeting
2025-10-08 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Toronto) | Wasaga Beach Public Library | Remax Room South, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, Ontario, L9Z 2X2, Canada
Whether you’re a book enthusiast, a community advocate, or someone simply looking to make a positive impact, joining the Friends Of The Library is the perfect opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for literature and learning.
Discover how you can contribute to the growth of our library, promote literacy initiatives, and foster a sense of community spirit. Join us as we help shape the future of our library and create a vibrant hub for knowledge and cultural exchange.

Buying a Home: Insights for Buyers
2025-10-08 18:30 - 19:45 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Financial Literacy Series. Dreaming about home ownership?

📅 Adult Program
📌 Wasaga Beach Public Library card required for registration.
Location: Learning Lab
Whether you’re a first-time buyer, a renter ready to purchase, a remote worker seeking a lifestyle change, or a parent wanting to support your kids in buying their first home — this seminar is for you.
You’ll learn about:

How renters in Wasaga Beach can take the next step toward ownership
Mortgage strategies for first-time buyers (and their parents)
How remote workers are moving to Wasaga Beach full-time while keeping city careers
Ways seniors can tap into home equity for retirement or family support
The latest trends in the Wasaga Beach real estate market

Tip: Bring a notebook and pen for jotting down insights.
Your Speakers:

David Grossman – Mortgage Broker and Wasaga Beach resident, helping buyers, seniors, and families with financing solutions.
Andrew & Elena Little – Local realtors and young family living in Wasaga Beach, specializing in first-time buyers and move-up families.

Tech Class: Beginner Android Devices
2025-10-09 11:00 - 12:00 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
A beginner-friendly class for those who are new to Android devices.

Bring Your Own Book Club
2025-10-09 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-10-23 13:00 - 14:00 | ON
Join this “virtual book club” via ZOOM where you BYOB – bring your own book!

1 on 1 Tech Help
2025-10-09 14:00 - 15:00, 2025-10-14 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-14 14:00 - 15:00, 2025-10-16 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-16 14:00 - 15:00, 2025-10-21 14:00 - 15:00, 2025-10-23 14:00 - 15:00, 2025-10-28 11:00 - 12:00 and 1 more date | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
1-on-1 appointments to help guide you through your any and all of your technology challenges.

Rhythm of the Beach Drum Circle
2025-10-14 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-21 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-28 11:00 - 12:00 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Drumming with your hands and getting into the rhythm with the group can be therapeutic, hypnotic or just plain fun!

Wasaga Writers Club
2025-10-14 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-10-28 19:00 - 21:00 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Experienced and amateur writers are welcome to join meetings to share writing, seek critiques and enjoy the creative process.

Tax Saving Strategies
2025-10-15 18:00 - 19:30 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Financial Literacy Series. Make the most of your bottom dollar with tax saving strategies.

📅 Adult Program
📌 Wasaga Beach Public Library card required for registration.
Location: Learning Lab
Join Chartered Professional Accountant Gerry J. Hogenhout to explore tax-saving strategies that can help you plan for the future. Learn how to integrate your tax life with your investment life to make the most of your money.
📌 This session is designed for adult learners (18+).🖊️ Feel free to bring a notebook and pen for note-taking.✅ All are welcome.
Presenter: Gerry J. Hogenhout, CPA

Friday Afternoon Book Club
2025-10-17 14:00 - 15:30 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Join the fun! Friday Afternoon Book Club usually meets on the 1st & 3rd Fridays of each month. This group is fragrance-free.

Why Military Records are Important to Genealogists
2025-10-20 10:00 - 11:00 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Learn how to research your military ancestors.

📅 Ages: Adults
Military records provide a fascinating glimpse into the lives of service personnel. These documents can reveal details such as dates of birth and death, place of residence at enlistment, next of kin, addresses, military rank, and prior service—painting a vivid picture of the past.
About the Speaker:Melissa J. Ellis approaches genealogy with an “outside of the box” mindset. She is the past-president of the Friends of the Archives of Ontario, a graduate of the University of Strathclyde’s Post Graduate Certificate in Genealogical Studies program, and the CEO and forensic genealogist at Archive Search—a firm dedicated to researching the past to connect with the living.

Genealogy Interest Group
2025-10-20 10:00 - 12:00 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Join others who share your love of genealogy!

Stitch & Talk
2025-10-20 13:30 - 15:00, 2025-10-27 13:30 - 15:00 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Enjoy a cozy mix of creativity and conversation.

Tech Class: How to Navigate the Library Catalogue
2025-10-21 11:00 - 12:00 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Learn how to find the right book for you at the Wasaga Beach Public Library by using our website’s search tools.

📅 Adult Program
📌 Wasaga Beach Public Library card required for registration.
Do you ever have trouble finding books in the library? Want to check if a title is available before you visit? Join us for this program and learn how to navigate our online library catalogue. We’ll cover advanced search techniques, ways to narrow your results, and how to see if a book is checked out or ready to borrow.

Halloween Lantern for Adults
2025-10-22 18:00 - 19:30 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Make a scary candle lantern just in time for Halloween .

📅 Ages: Adults📌 Wasaga Beach Public Library card required for registration. One registration per card.Learn step-by-step how to upcycle a jar into a Halloween-themed lantern using decoupage.
🎨 All supplies provided.

Tech Class: E-Resources Available at the Library
2025-10-23 11:00 - 12:00 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
The library isn’t just about books anymore—we offer resources to help you learn a new language, pick up new skills, and even repair your car

📅 Adult Program
📌 Wasaga Beach Public Library card required for registration.
Learn about the wide range of online resources available to library users. This session will provide a brief overview of popular tools, including BrainFuse, LinkedIn Learning, Auto Repair Source, Consumer Health, and many more.

Fraud in Canada: Recognize, Reject and Report It!
2025-10-23 13:00 - 14:30 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Financial Literacy Series. Learn how to protect yourself from fraud.

📅 Adult Program
Location: ReMax Room – South Side
Join us for a presentation by a representative from the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (CAFC).Learn about their services, the most commonly reported scams, the tactics fraudsters use, and practical tips to protect yourself and report suspected fraud.
📌 This session is open to adults of all ages — everyone is welcome.
For more information about the CAFC:🌐 www.antifraudcentre.ca📞 Toll-free: 1-888-495-8501 (Mon–Fri, 9:00 a.m.–4:45 p.m.)

Georgian Bay Reads 2025
2025-10-25 19:00 - 21:00 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Defenders representing five local libraries engage in a lively debate to champion their chosen book.

Your five local libraries—Clearview Public Library, Collingwood Public Library, Meaford Public Library, Springwater Township Public Library, and Wasaga Beach Public Library—are thrilled to present an evening of laughter and spirited debate at Georgian Bay Reads!
Georgian Bay Reads is a celebration of Canadian literature and the incredible stories housed within our local libraries. This annual showcase promises to deliver laughs, literature, and lively fun, with the return of the popular People’s Choice Award.
This year, the event will be held at the Wasaga Beach Public Library. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this literary theatre experience. Contact your library now to get your books. May the best title win!
Meet the Defenders and Their Books

Clearview Public Library: Washington Black by Esi Edugyan → Defended by Beth Seaborn Harte
Collingwood Public Library: How to Survive a Bear Attack by Claire Cameron → Defended by Amy Arsenio
Meaford Public Library: The Cellist of Sarajevo by Steven Galloway → Defended by Bill Loucks
Springwater Township Public Library: Estates Large and Small by Ray Robertson → Defended by Brian Adduono
Wasaga Beach Public Library: The Birth House by Ami McKay → Defended by Melanie Case
