Wasaga Beach Public Library

Meet the Artist: Kelly Ford-Dulson
2024-10-23 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Toronto) | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
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/

3D Printing For Adults
2024-10-23 16:30 - 17:30, 2024-10-30 16:30 - 17:30 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Discover the fascinating world of 3D printing with our hands-on workshop designed specifically for adults!

Welcome Centre Immigrant Services
2024-10-24 11:00 - 16:00 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
At Welcome Centre Immigrant Services, you can find all the services you need in one place. We are here to help newcomers and immigrants get the right information; and to find out about what other help is available.
Phone: 1-877-761-1155

Bring Your Own Book Club
2024-10-24 13:00 - 14:00 | ON
Join this “virtual book club” via ZOOM where you BYOB – bring your own book!

Slime Club: Witches Brew
2024-10-24 16:30 - 17:30 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Dive into the world of gooey joy at our Slime Club! Join us each month to explore slime recipes and create magical, squishy wonders.

Have fun, make friends and make slime! Be prepared to get messy.
Registration Required.Ages 5 – 12 .

English Conversation Circle With Welcome Centre Immigrant Services
2024-10-24 18:00 - 19:00, 2024-10-31 18:00 - 19:00 | 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 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

AbraKIDabra! Magic Show with Peter Mennie
2024-10-25 10:00 - 11:00 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Join us for a PA Day adventure with Peter Mennie!

The AbraKIDabra! Magic Show is the perfect blend of amazing Family-Focused Magic, classic Kid Friendly Clown-Like Antics and parent approved Pop Culture Repartee.
Registration is required for all attendees.

Pumpkin Pals: A Craft Program for Adults and Seniors
2024-10-25 12:00 - 15:00 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Join us for a fun craft session! Carve foam pumpkins, give them legs, and paint your unique creation. All supplies provided!

Join us for an awesome craft program in the Learning Lab! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn to carve foam pumpkins into unique characters, complete with legs for added charm. Using simple techniques, we’ll design facial structures through carving and hot glue, allowing your imagination to shine.
This program is perfect for adults and seniors looking to unleash their creativity, socialize, and enjoy a relaxing afternoon of crafting. All materials will be provided, so come ready to have fun and leave with your very own pumpkin friend!
Ages 18 and up.
Registration required.

Pumpkin Painting: Costume Edition!
2024-10-25 16:30 - 17:30 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Join us for Pumpkin Painting: Costume Edition. All ages are welcome to paint mini pumpkins while showing off their costumes! Fun for all!

Join us for a festive and family-friendly event, “Pumpkin Painting: Costume Edition”! Bring your creativity and your Halloween spirit as we invite participants of all ages to paint and decorate mini pumpkins. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just looking to have some fun, this event is perfect for everyone. Don’t forget to wear your Halloween costume to add to the spooky atmosphere! It’s a wonderful opportunity for families, friends, and community members to come together, enjoy some creative time, and celebrate the Halloween season. 🎃👻

Ages 7 and up.
Registration required.

Halloween Scavenger Hunt
2024-10-26 10:00 - 15:00, 2024-10-27 10:00 - 15:00 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Looking for a fun weekend activity? Join us at the Wasaga Beach Public Library for a spooky Halloween scavenger hunt!

Georgian Bay Reads 2024
2024-10-26 19:00 - 21:00 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Watch as defenders from 5 local libraries engage in a fast-paced discussion to prove their book is the best.

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 in person at the brand-new 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!

Home Horizon Youth Outreach
2024-10-28 10:00 - 11:00 | 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.

EarlyON Little Artists
2024-10-28 10:30 - 11:30 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
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

Stitch-Talk-Walk
2024-10-28 13:30 - 15:00 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
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.

WBPL Board Meeting
2024-10-28 16:00 - 18:00 | ON
Join us for the upcoming Wasaga Beach Public Library Board Meeting. Our meetings are an opportunity for community members to hear about the latest developments, initiatives, and plans for our library. The Board will discuss important matters concerning library operations, programming, and future projects.
Public attendance is encouraged. This is your chance to stay informed and be involved in the decisions that shape our library’s services.

3D Printing For Families: Halloween Edition!
2024-10-28 16:30 - 17:30 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Bring the family to our Halloween 3D Printing Workshop! Design and print spooky creations together for a fun, festive experience.

Gather the family for a fun and creative experience at our Halloween 3D Printing Workshop! Everyone can design and print their own spooky creations. Whether you’re new to 3D printing or have some experience, our workshop offers a great opportunity to learn, create, and celebrate Halloween together. Enjoy a hands-on, festive activity that combines technology with Halloween fun! 🎃👻
Ages 10 and up.
Registration required.
Please sign up one time per family.

Intro to Vinyl Printing & Cutting for Adults
2024-10-28 18:30 - 19:30 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Learn how to use the Roland machine to print and cut custom vinyl designs for walls, windows or clothing.

Music & Storytime
2024-10-29 10:00 - 10:45 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Listen to your favourite books, sing tunes and play along with instruments.

Georgian College Academic and Career Preparation
2024-10-29 10:00 - 13:00, 2024-10-30 10:00 - 13:00 | 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

Rhythm of the Beach Drum Circle
2024-10-29 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!

3D Printed Croc Jibbitz: Kids Workshop
2024-10-29 16:30 - 17:30 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
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)

VRcade
2024-10-29 16:30 - 18:30 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
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

Homeschool Meet-up
2024-10-30 13:00 - 15:00 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Looking to connect with the local homeschooling community? Here’s your chance!

EarlyON Baby and Me
2024-11-01 10:00 - 11:00 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
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
2024-11-01 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 on the 1st & 3rd Fridays of each month. This group is fragrance-free.

Open Access
2024-11-03 11:00 - 14:00 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Open Access provides patrons with free use of 3D printers, vinyl printers, and sound recording equipment at the library!
