Wasaga Beach Public Library

Concert Series: Shane Cloutier
2025-03-16 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Toronto) | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Spend an afternoon with local renowned singer songwriter the fabulous Shane Cloutier!

🎟️ Registration requires a WBPL membership card.
Shane Cloutier, a gifted singer-songwriter from Ontario, Canada, has captivated audiences with his heartfelt acoustic anthems. Drawing from personal experiences, perseverance, and self-reflection, Shane’s music resonates deeply with listeners.
What sets him apart is his emotionally powerful voice and masterful guitar work, infused with heavy metal influences that add an unconventional edge to his folk-inspired sound.
Originally from Orillia, ON, Shane now calls Collingwood home, where he continues to grow his career within a vibrant musical community and connect with his dedicated fan base.

Growing the Romantics: Lilacs, Peonies and Roses
2025-03-15 11:00 - 12:00 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Looking forward to the blooms and fragrances of the next growing season?

📅 Ages: Adults
📌 Wasaga Beach Public Library card required for registration.
Master Gardener Christine March will take you on a captivating journey through the world of flowers that have inspired artists, poets, and gardeners for centuries. Discover the timeless beauty of lilacs, peonies, and roses, and learn how to grow these beloved blooms. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, Christine will share expert tips to help you bring the romance and allure of these flowers to your own garden. Feel free to bring a pen and notebook to jot down your notes.
About the Presenter:
Christine March’s love of gardening blossomed after planting her first tulip bulbs in her Toronto backyard. Since then, she has become a passionate home gardener and a certified Master Gardener. Christine’s experience includes working with some of Toronto’s top floral and horticultural designers and serving with the Toronto Master Gardeners since 2009. After relocating to Creemore in 2017, she joined the Simcoe County Master Gardeners and became active in local gardening organizations, including serving on the Board of the Creemore Horticultural Society.
Christine finds joy in maintaining her Zone 5b perennial garden with her husband, Ron, and cherishes the time spent gardening alongside her two young grandsons.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from an expert and cultivate your passion for gardening!

Free Tax Clinics
2025-03-15 10:00 - 15:00, 2025-03-13 15:00 - 19:00 | ON
Through the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP), we will be hosting free tax clinics from February 27 through April 26, 2025. Volunteers will file tax returns for individuals and couples with a modest income and a simple tax situation; see below for eligibility guidelines.
NOTICE: Clicking the registration link below will open a form to add your name to the waiting list. A volunteer will contact you directly to schedule a date and time for your tax appointment.
In order to be eligible for the CVITP, individuals must have a modest income of $35,000.00 for an Individual, $ 45,000.00 for a couple, and a simple tax situation.
This may include:

adults 65 years and older
housing-insecure individuals
Indigenous Peoples
modest-income individuals
newcomers
persons with disabilities
students

In general, a tax situation is simple if an individual has no income or if their income comes from these sources:

employment
pension
benefits, such as the Canada Pension Plan, Old Age Security, disability insurance, employment insurance, and social assistance
Registered Retirement Savings Plans (RRSPs)
scholarships, fellowships, bursaries, or grants
interest (under $1,000)

The CVITP does not provide training or support for complex tax situations. Volunteers will not complete returns with the following:

self-employment income or employment expenses
business income and expenses
rental income and expenses
interest income over $1,000
capital gains or losses
bankruptcy in the tax year (or the year before, if that return has not yet been filed)
deceased person
foreign property (T1135)
foreign income

Open Access: Digital Lab
2025-03-15 10:00 - 12:00 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Open Access provides access to the 3D printer and vinyl printer to patrons who have taken the prerequisite course.

Baby and Me
2025-03-14 10:00 - 11:00 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Baby and Me
Prenatal/Birth to 12 of age
Join other parents and their babies to meet in an informal, supportive environment. To discuss topics of interest along with songs stories and activities.

Butterfly Kisses Educational Outreach
2025-03-14 10:00 - 11:00 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Celebrate National Butterfly Day with us!

📌 This program is designed for children to attend with their parents. When registering, please reserve a spot for each family member attending. Recommended for children aged 5 +. WBPL membership required for registration.
Join the Wasaga Beach Public Library and special guest Heather Willet from Butterfly Kisses Educational Outreach for an engaging presentation and activity all about Monarch Butterflies. Learn about rearing butterflies, their incredible migration journey, and tips for creating a butterfly-friendly garden.

English Conversation Circle With Welcome Centre Immigrant Services
2025-03-13 18:30 - 19:30 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
English Conversational Circle for Newcomers
Improve your English skills in a friendly setting at the English Conversational Circle for Newcomers, hosted by Welcome Centre Immigrant Services.

Winter Update:
From January to March, sessions will take place online via Zoom. Contact Ian for Zoom links using the information below.

Need help connecting?
Patrons can visit the library to use a computer or borrow a tablet to join the sessions.

Service Coordination by Ian Cowie

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

Math and Physics Support: Grades 10 to 12
2025-03-13 17:00 - 18:00, 2025-03-11 17:00 - 18:00 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
⚛️ Need Math or Physics help? Grades 10–12 students can join Mr. Enio for small-group homework support, concept review, & test prep.

Math and Science Support: Grades 7 to 9
2025-03-13 16:00 - 17:00, 2025-03-11 16:00 - 17:00 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Extra help for Grades 7–9 Math & Science! Join Mr. Enio for small-group sessions on homework, concepts, & test prep. Registration required.

Magical Science with Scientist in the School
2025-03-13 14:00 - 15:00 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
WBPL is teaming up with Scientists in the School to deliver a fun and interactive learning experience.

📅 Ages: 4+
📌 Wasaga Beach Public Library card required for registration.
Discover the magical force of levitation as particles seemingly defy gravity. Scatter light to create mesmerizing illusions that will captivate your audience. Dive into a world of colourful teas and curious potions on this enchanting science adventure!
🎨 All materials provided. Dress for a mess!

Regional Housing Support Services
2025-03-13 13:00 - 15:00 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
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
Contact: 705-739-0485

Tech Class: Apple iPhones and iPads
2025-03-13 11:00 - 12:00 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
This beginner-friendly program covers the fundamentals of using your iPhone or iPad.

Zoo to You
2025-03-13 10:45 - 11:45, 2025-03-13 09:30 - 10:30 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Come see, learn about, and interact with animals, such as reptiles, mammals and exotics. Fun for all ages!

Friends Of The Library Meeting
2025-03-12 14:00 - 15:00 | 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.

Literacy Workshop: It Begins With a Word
2025-03-12 13:30 - 15:30 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
You don’t have to be a teacher to teach literacy.

📅 Ages: Adults
📌 Wasaga Beach Public Library card required for registration.
Join veteran educator and multi-published author Arlene F. Marks as she walks you through some of the many (sneaky) ways to empower youngsters through reading and writing. There is a hands-on component, so bring writing tools and be prepared to have fun. This workshop is appropriate for parents, grandparents, teachers, and caregivers of children of all ages.
About the facilitator: Arlene F. Marks has more than 20 years of classroom teaching experience and is the author of one literacy program (for grades 9 through 12) and co-author of another (for grades 4 through 8). She has also delivered writing workshops at numerous literary conferences and has led in-service literacy-teaching seminars for other educators. Since retiring from the classroom, Arlene has written and published more than a dozen novels. To find out more, visit her website: www.thewritersnest.ca
Arlene’s fiction novels and non-fiction resources will be available for purchase at the event.

Georgian College Academic and Career Preparation
2025-03-12 10:00 - 13:00 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Georgian College delivers this program at the Wasaga Beach Public Library every Wednesday: Communications and Math
The program requires pre-registration through Georgian College’s ACP program. For more information, please contact ACPSouthGeorgianBay@georgiancollege.ca or 249-882-0018

Sew Savvy Open Studio (Adults)
2025-03-12 10:00 - 12:00 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Join us for Sew Savvy: Open Studio, where you’ll have access to an on-site sewing coach ready to support you every step of the way.

Humane Society Storytime
2025-03-12 10:00 - 11:00 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
A special guest from the Georgian Triangle Humane Society is coming to visit with a furry friend!

📌 Ages: Baby – Preschool
Join us for a delightful storytime experience that combines heartwarming tales and the magic of furry friends! The Georgian Triangle Humane Society Storytime is perfect for young animal lovers. Gather with us as we share stories, all while connecting with the amazing work of the Humane Society.
This engaging program is more than just storytime—it’s an opportunity to celebrate the bond between humans and animals, learn about the Humane Society’s mission, and enjoy the presence of some adorable furry companions.
Come for the stories, stay for the paws-itively wonderful company, and leave with your heart full!

Wasaga Writers Club
2025-03-11 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.

Wasaga Mosaic Mural Project: Youth Ages 12 - 17
2025-03-11 16:00 - 17:30 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Help contribute to a collaborative community art project!

📌 Ages:12-17
📅 Registration is required as seats are limited. WBPL Membership is required. Please register a seat for each person attending.
Help contribute to a collaborative community art project!
In partnership with the Town of Wasaga Beach, the Library is seeking assistance from residents of all ages living in Wasaga Beach to contribute to a community-driven art project celebrating the unique stories and beauty of Wasaga Beach.
Participants will be guided to paint a themed square tile in watercolour embellished with posca marker. Completed tiles will be scanned to become part of a larger mural, which will depict our Wasaga Beach shoreline and will be displayed along the back wall of the walking track in the new Wasaga Stars Arena. The mural will consist of 1,176 tiles in total, making it a prominent and lasting piece of public art.
Please register each participant separately with their library card number.
No experience is necessary. Spaces are limited.

Wasaga Mosaic Mural Project: Children Ages 5 - 12
2025-03-11 14:00 - 15:30 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Help contribute to a collaborative community art project!

📌 Ages: 5-12
📅 Registration is required as seats are limited. WBPL Membership is required. Please register a seat for each person attending.
Help contribute to a collaborative community art project!
In partnership with the Town of Wasaga Beach, the Library is seeking assistance from residents of all ages living in Wasaga Beach to contribute to a community-driven art project celebrating the unique stories and beauty of Wasaga Beach.
Participants will be guided to paint a themed square tile in watercolour embellished with posca marker. Completed tiles will be scanned to become part of a larger mural, which will depict our Wasaga Beach shoreline and will be displayed along the back wall of the walking track in the new Wasaga Stars Arena. The mural will consist of 1,176 tiles in total, making it a prominent and lasting piece of public art.
Please register each participant separately with their library card number.
No experience is necessary. Spaces are limited.

Tech Class: Android Devices
2025-03-11 11:00 - 12:00 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
This beginner-friendly program covers the basics of using your Android phone or tablet, helping you navigate with confidence.

Groupe De Conversation
2025-03-11 11:00 - 12:00 | ON
This program is offered in partnership with La Cle in a hybrid format: participants may continue to participate remotely by Zoom, if preferred, or join the group in person at the library.
Please be aware that this program is offered entirely in the French language as conversational practice for adults 19 years+ who already know French. This is not a beginner instructional language class and is for intermediate to advanced learners wanting to practice their conversational French.
Register once by email with La Cle at: formation@lacle.ca and drop in by Zoom each week or in-person to Wasaga Beach Public Library – Group Study Room. A La Cle facilitator will send weekly reminder emails and the Zoom link. Free to participate.
Library membership is required for in-person participation.

Ce programme est offert en partenariat avec La Clé dans un format hybride : les participants peuvent participer à distance via Zoom ou en personne à la bibliothèque.

Veuillez noter que ce programme est offert entièrement en français afin que les adultes de 19 ans et plus qui connaissent déjà le français puissent pratiquer et améliorer leur communication orale français. Ce n’est pas un cours de français pour débutants et il s’adresse aux apprenants de niveau intermédiaire et avancé.

Inscrivez-vous simplement en écrivant un courriel à La Clé : formation@lacle.ca et participez chaque semaine via Zoom ou en personne à la bibliothèque publique de Wasaga Beach – Salle d’étude de groupe. Une formatrice de La Clé enverra des courriels de rappel hebdomadaires et le lien Zoom. La participation est gratuite. L’adhésion à la bibliothèque est requise pour la participation en personne.

Rhythm of the Beach Drum Circle
2025-03-11 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!

Music & Storytime
2025-03-11 10:00 - 10:45 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Listen, sing, and play! Kids (ages 2-6) pick picture books to share, then join Miss Lesley for music fun with percussion instruments.

Home Horizon Youth Outreach
2025-03-10 15:00 - 16:00 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
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.
