Wasaga Beach Public Library

Georgian College Academic and Career Preparation
2024-10-16 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto) | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Georgian College is set to return their Communications and Keys to Success classes to the Wasaga Beach Public Library every Tuesday from September 3 until December 10. Additionally, every Wednesday from September 4 until December 11 will be the Mathematics Program for Core, Business, Tech, and Apprenticeship Math.
The program requires pre-registration through Georgian College’s ACP program. For more information, please contact ACPSouthGeorgianBay@georgiancollege.ca or 249-882-0018

3D Printing For Adults
2024-10-16 16:30 - 17:30, 2024-10-23 16:30 - 17:30
Discover the fascinating world of 3D printing with our hands-on workshop designed specifically for adults!

Yoga Storytime
2024-10-17 10:00 - 10:30
Yoga Storytime is a family program aimed to meet the physical and learning needs of young children, through movement and literacy.

Regional Housing Support Services
2024-10-17 13:00 - 15:00
Regional Housing Support Services offers housing-related services to members of the community of Simcoe County.
Support is offered to community members at risk of homelessness, experiencing homelessness or experiencing rental and/or utilities arrears.
Luke Allen Housing Access Worker
705.726.8092 x2395

Concert Series: Eric Kidd
2024-10-17 14:00 - 15:45
Join us for a fun afternoon of live entertainment you won’t want to miss!

Eric Kidd is a crowd-pleasing favourite and back by popular demand. Enjoy a mix of musical memories from classic country to classic rock peppered with original songs for a toe-tapping good time. Eric’s upbeat music never disappoints.
Free to attend. Registration requires a WBPL membership card.
Patrons of libraries participating in the reciprocal borrowing agreement may be eligible for a free WBPL library card (Clearview, Essa, Penetanguishene, Ramara, Severn, Springwater and Tay) For more information: https://wasagabeachpubliclibrary.ca/reciprocal-borrowing/

Creation Club: Mini Pumpkin Decorating
2024-10-17 16:30 - 17:30
Bring your imagination to our monthly after school program for those who like to create.

Get into the autumn spirit as we provide mini pumpkins and a variety of crafting supplies for you to unleash your artistic flair. From paint and glitter to stickers and markers, let your imagination run wild as you transform these tiny pumpkins into personalized works of art.
Ages 5 to 12.

English Conversation Circle With Welcome Centre Immigrant Services
2024-10-17 18:00 - 19:00
English Conversational Circle for Newcomers
Improve your English skills in a friendly setting hosted by Welcome Centre Immigrant Services.

Service Coordination by Ian Cowie

Direct Line: 289-338-5140
Toll-Free: 1-877-761-1155
Email: mobileunit@welcomecentre.ca

EarlyON Baby and Me
2024-10-18 10:00 - 11:00
Baby and Me
Join other parents and their babies to meet in an informal, supportive environment. Each week a topic of interest is presented along with songs and stories.
Pre-Registration is recommended for this program: https://www.missioninc.com/cso/simcoe/en-ca/earlyon/options

Friday Afternoon Book Club
2024-10-18 14:00 - 15:30
Join the fun Friday Afternoon Book Club on the 1st & 3rd Fridays of each month. This group is fragrance-free.

Spooky Crafts!
2024-10-18 16:30 - 18:00
Bring your imagination and your Halloween spirit, we supply the rest! Turn a tiny canvas into a spooktacular masterpiece.

Stop by anytime between 4:30pm and 6:00pm to make a spooky craft!
Ages 5 to 12.

Make It Mysteries Halloween Edition: Kids Workshop
2024-10-19 14:00 - 15:00
In “Make It Mysteries”, kids make a surprise craft. They don’t know what they’re making until they arrive! Fun and spooky creativity awaits!

Make It Mysteries: Halloween Edition: A thrilling craft workshop where kids discover their Halloween-themed project only upon arrival. Participants will be surprised with a unique, spooky craft activity, using a variety of materials to create something festive and fun. Each session promises a new and exciting craft, sparking creativity and mystery. Perfect for a Halloween adventure with a touch of suspense!
Ages 7 and up
Registration is required

VRcade
2024-10-20 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-10-22 16:30 - 18:30
Grab some friends, or family and book a spot for some VR gaming fun!

Book a spot for a VR experience to come and try a variety of games. Each ticket is for a 30-minute time slot for your group. One slot per group.
Registration required – Limited space available.
Ages 7 and up

Halloween Planter Painting Workshop
2024-10-20 14:00 - 15:00
Join us for a Halloween workshop where patrons can paint spooky planters and fill them with candy. Create, decorate, and enjoy sweet treats!

Join us for a fun-filled Halloween workshop designed for all ages! In this creative event, you’ll get to paint your own spooky-themed planters, perfect for adding a festive touch to your home. Once your masterpiece is complete, we’ll fill it with a variety of delicious candies, making it a delightful decoration and a sweet treat all in one. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just looking for some holiday fun, this workshop offers a great opportunity to get into the Halloween spirit. Bring your friends and family, and let’s make some sweet memories together!

Library card and registration required.

Home Horizon Youth Outreach
2024-10-21 10:00 - 11:00
Our Your S.A.F.E. outreach program works with additional vulnerable youth to identify safe living spaces and provides direction to assist them in regaining control of their lives. Our S.A.F.E. outreach programs serve youth aged 16-29. Since the launch of this program in July 2020,we have served 127 youth, with over 1085 service interactions (referrals, goalsetting, supplies, workshops, etc.), many in the Wasaga Beach area.
Through our outreach services, we supply important items such as tents, sleeping bags, food, hygiene products, grocery gift cards, masks & sanitizers, jackets, hand warmers, clothes, and much more.
The program also provides support and advocacy for mental health, physical health (new family doctor), legal matters, financial aid, rental/tenant advocacy as well as referrals to other housing agencies.
The program has been an incredible success to date. It helps one of our most vulnerable populations to avoid falling through the cracks, providing every individual who come in contact with our outreach worker the chance to feel safe and heard. We work with all marginalized youth regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, family situations and socio-economic background.
Our programs are designed to assist youth struggling with social inequalities with tools that will help them to cope and grow stronger to manage and address any bias they face in life.

Discovering the History of Your House
2024-10-21 10:00 - 11:00
Curious to learn the stories of your home in its past lives? Join us for an enlightening session with Archivist Jenn Huddleston.

Jenn will guide you through the process of researching the history of your house, detailing the who, what, and where of uncovering its past. You’ll receive an overview of online resources that you can use to start your research, as well as information about the valuable resources available at the Simcoe County Archives in Midhurst that can deepen your search.
Whether you’re a homeowner, history enthusiast, or just curious about the stories behind the walls of your home, this event is perfect for anyone looking to discover the rich history of their residence. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to unlock the secrets of your house’s past!

Genealogy Interest Group
2024-10-21 10:00 - 12:00
Join others who share your love of genealogy!

EarlyON Little Artists
2024-10-21 10:30 - 11:30
Join us as we explore a variety of art and sensory experiences. Let your creativity flow with different materials and inspiration each week together with your child.
Please dress for a mess!
2 years and up.
Pre-screening is also required for each member visiting our program.
Pre-registration is recommended for EarlyON programming as space is limited.
Sign up for your account here: https://www.missioninc.com/cso/simcoe/en-ca/sign-in

Psychoeducational Workshop - CGMH
2024-10-21 13:00 - 15:00
Meet with a special team from Collingwood General and Marine Hospital for a new monthly workshop at the library. Get support, information, and resources for mental health and more in a welcoming environment.

Stitch-Talk-Walk
2024-10-21 13:30 - 15:00
Join us every Monday for a cozy knitting and crochet circle at the library! Get creative, enjoy conversation, and take a walk on the track.

Music & Storytime
2024-10-22 10:00 - 10:45
Listen to your favourite books, sing tunes and play along with instruments.

Rhythm of the Beach Drum Circle
2024-10-22 11:00 - 12:00
Drumming with your hands and getting into the rhythm with the group can be therapeutic, hypnotic or just plain fun!

Menopause and Natural Hormone Therapy
2024-10-22 13:00 - 14:00
Learn about menopause from a naturopathic perspective

Join Dr. Monika Lukacena Russo of Olea Health who has been working with hormones, menopause, and strategies/ testing for over 16 years from a naturopathic perspective. Learn about common symptoms experienced and approaches to assist women to transition with herbs, supplements, diet, lifestyle and menopausal hormone therapy.

Free to participate. WBPL library card required.
Room location: ReMax South Multi-Purpose Room

To learn more about the presenter visit:
oleahealth.com/about-us

3D Printed Croc Jibbitz: Kids Workshop
2024-10-22 16:30 - 17:30
Got Crocs?! Join us in the Digital Lab for a fun hands on workshop where kids design and 3D print their own Croc jibbitz! (Croc Charms)

Wasaga Beach Writers Club
2024-10-22 19:00 - 21:00
Experienced and amateur writers are welcome to join meetings to share writing, seek critiques and enjoy the creative process.

Seniors Community Grant: Stone Carving
2024-10-23 10:30 - 12:30, 2024-10-23 13:00 - 15:00
Unlock your creativity and explore the timeless art of stone carving with renowned stone sculptor, Lisa Harpell.

Life After Loss
2024-10-23 13:00 - 15:00
A monthly bereavement support group: a safe space to grieve and heal. Experiencing the loss of a pregnancy or the death of a baby is devastating. But you aren’t alone. The fourth Wednesday of the month from 1-3pmWasaga BeachLibrary 544 West
For more information, reach out to Vanessa atvoorbergv@hospicegeorgiantriangle.com or 705-444-2255 x 7513

Meet the Artist: Kelly Ford-Dulson
2024-10-23 14:00 - 15:00
View the exhibited work of fused glass artist Kelly Ford-Dulson and learn more about her creative process

Find the work of Kelly Ford-Dulson in a glass display cabinet of the adult lounge area in September and October just inside our library doors. The display case will exhibit examples of Kelly’s kiln fused glass, tools and equipment. See examples of her jewelry, mosaics, sculptures, glass panels, platters and bowls in kiln fired art pieces.
Join Kelly in-person on Wed. Oct. 23 from 2-3 PM. She will discusses her organic connection to glass and her meticulous process to explore each piece as it evolves and transforms to a visual delight in a variety of forms and possible applications. Kelly will discuss basic principles of kiln fused glass, how she selects glass based on the final design elements and share a visual sampling of the extensive nature of her work.
Kelly will provide an inside peak of her in-home studio and the creative process undertaken in her most recent commission of “Beyond Books” to commemorate the opening of Wasaga Beach’s new library.
A breathtaking commissioned window of Kelly’s work, donated to the new Wasaga Beach Public Library by the Friends of the Library will be unveiled as a permanent installation on September 18th, 3-4 PM 2024 for all to see. This generous art donation is sure to be the gathering place of conversation and the starting place of wonder, inquiry and inspiration for library visitors for years to come.
About the artist:As an artist and designer, glass continues to capture Kelly’s imagination and is her preferred material for expression and exploration. The beauty, colour and textures of glass takes on a life of its own as it interacts with different light sources. Kelly works with glass in a variety of ways which includes traditional stained glass techniques and kiln fused glass whereby layers of meticulously hand cut glass are fired in a kiln.
Whether they be architectural applications, home decor, mosaics, sculptures, autonomous panes or jewelry, her designs incorporate organic forms and or geometric patterns often with a sense of movement or optical vibration.
Her architectural experience and art training help support both an analytical and intuitive process to provide a truly unique crafted piece.
To connect with the artist:https://www.facebook.com/KellyFordDulsonGlass/
