Wasaga Beach Public Library

EarlyON Baby and Me
2024-11-15 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Toronto) | 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

Drew Ripley : The Balloon Making Machine
2024-11-15 10:00 - 11:00 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Join us for PA Day fun with Drew Ripley!

NOTICE:
Parents must reserve a ticket for themselves as well as any children attending.
The Balloon Making Machine Show is like a magic show – fun, surprising and captivating – Drew will surprise everyone and use a balloon in every part of the show.Filled with handmade gorgeous illusions, balloon gags, and comedy, you just know that the kids will burst with excitement! Pun intended!

Friday Afternoon Book Club
2024-11-15 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.

3D Printing For Seniors
2024-11-16 11:00 - 12:30 | 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 seniors!

String Art for Adults & Seniors
2024-11-16 14:00 - 15:30 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Create beautiful string art! Design patterns with nails on wooden boards, then weave colourful string to bring them to life.

Join us for our String Art for Adults and Seniors workshop! In this engaging session, participants will use wooden boards, nails, and colorful string to craft unique pieces of art. In this program, you’ll learn the simple techniques of string art, transforming basic materials into beautiful designs. This is a wonderful opportunity to express your artistic side while enjoying the company of fellow art enthusiasts. Whether you’re a seasoned creator or trying something new, you’re sure to have a relaxing and enjoyable experience. Don’t miss out on the chance to create a stunning piece of décor and make new friends along the way!
Registration required.

Family Paper Quilling: Winter Edition!
2024-11-17 13:00 - 15:00 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Use curls and strips of colourful paper to create unique winter themed designs to take home!

This hands-on event is perfect for families looking to explore the art of paper quilling together. Learn the basics of this beautiful craft, from rolling and shaping paper strips to creating vibrant designs.
This program is also open to individual registrants ages 15 and up.
In this workshop, you will:

Learn paper quilling techniques, including rolling, coiling, and shaping.
Create colourful designs and patterns.
Explore various tools and materials used in paper quilling.
Enjoy a fun, family-friendly atmosphere perfect for bonding and creativity.

All supplies will be provided, and no prior experience is necessary. Just bring your creativity and enthusiasm!
Space is limited, so be sure to register early to secure your spot. Come and discover the joy of paper quilling with your family at Wasaga Beach Public Library!

Digitize Your Family Slides, Negatives, Photos & 8 mm Film
2024-11-18 10:00 - 10:45 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Preserve your precious memories and family photos in digital format with the help of the library’s new Digitization Station

Join special guest Drew Murdoch, Library Technician and cataloguer at WBPL, for an informative session and step-by-step demonstration on how to use the library’s newest devices to convert analog media into digital files.
In this session, you will learn:

How to operate the Kodak Scanza for digitizing slides, negatives, and 8mm film.
How to use the Epson FastFoto for quick scanning of printed photos in various sizes.

This introductory session is required before you can use the WBPL Digitization Station independently. Drew will guide you through the entire process to ensure your cherished memories are safely preserved for the future. Learn how to organize, merge, and digitize your historical photos and older media formats for easier management of your family’s history.
Who should attend? This workshop is ideal for adults and seniors looking to modernize their media collections.
Event Details: Don’t miss this opportunity to safeguard your memories with the library’s new Digitization Station! Register today and start preserving your past for the future.
Participants are welcome to stay for the Genealogy Interest Group meeting following the guest presentation.
Location: South Side Re/Max Room

Home Horizon Youth Outreach
2024-11-18 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-11-25 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.

Genealogy Interest Group
2024-11-18 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!

EarlyON Little Artists
2024-11-18 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
2024-11-18 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.

VR Art Project
2024-11-18 16:30 - 18:30 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Join us for a unique experience where we’ll transform the library using VR art!

Using Tilt Brush software on our Meta Quest 2 VR headsets, we will create a fully virtual art installation within the library! Each participant will have 30 minutes to paint anything they like over the real-life library environment. In the first week, we’ll be transforming the junior fiction section, and in the second week, we’ll focus on the adult art wall. By the end of the two weeks, we’ll have two interactive, beautifully reimagined spaces for others to explore and contribute to.
Join us in the Adult Art Display Section for this session.
Note: This is not a VR gaming session. We will exclusively be using Tilt Brush for this program.
Registration required – Limited space available.
Ages 7 and up

Music & Storytime
2024-11-19 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
2024-11-19 10:00 - 13:00, 2024-11-20 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
2024-11-19 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!

Tech Help Sessions: Digitization Station
2024-11-19 11:00 - 12:00 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Preserve your precious memories and important documents in digital format with the help of our new Digitization Station.

Join us for our Tech Help Sessions and learn how to use our latest devices to convert your analog media to digital files.
Our session will cover:

Operating the Kodak Scanza for digitizing slides, negatives, and 8mm film
Using the Epson FastFoto for quick scanning of developed photos of all sizes

This class is required to be taken before you can use the WBPL Digitization Station independently. Our knowledgeable staff will guide you through the entire process, ensuring your cherished memories are safely preserved for the future.
Spaces are limited, so be sure to register in advance. All necessary equipment will be provided. Bring your own media and storage devices (such as USB drives or external hard drives) for saving your digital files. Suitable for adults and seniors looking to modernize their media collections.
Don’t miss this opportunity to safeguard your memories with our Digitization Station! Register today and start preserving your past for the future.

Concert Series: Ken Meyer
2024-11-19 14:00 - 15:45 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Spend a musical afternoon with friends! Join us for a delightful performance by talented local musician Ken Meyer.

Ken plays a full repertoire, offering a little something for everyone. From swing and Latin to classic pop, enjoy an afternoon of classic favorites sure to get your toes tapping and maybe even get you singing along. With his mastery of the keyboard, flute, and saxophone, Ken covers all the musical angles to provide an enchanting experience.
Free to attend. Registration requires a WBPL membership card.

Pendant Palooza: 3D Printed Jewelry for Kids
2024-11-19 16:30 - 17:30 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Create custom 3D-printed necklace pendants! Kids will design their own unique charms and watch them come to life with our 3D printer!

Seniors Community Grant: Coloured Pencil Workshop
2024-11-20 10:30 - 15:00 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Join renowned artist Laura Steels Hitchcock for a vibrant, hands-on coloured pencil workshop.

WBPL’s Artsy Adults Project funded by the Ontario Government’s Seniors Community Grant is excited to offer the opportunity to dive deeper into the world of coloured pencils with Laura Steels Hitchcock, an award-winning coloured pencil wildlife portrait artist.
This engaging experience will take you on a journey through various techniques, including layering, blending, and creating intricate textures. You’ll discover how to mix colours effectively and use various pencil types to achieve stunning effects. All materials will be provided—just bring your creativity and a willingness to explore!
WBPL’s Artsy Adults Project is targeted to participants ages 55+ who have a WBPL library card. The workshops are free to attend and all materials will be provided.
Important Registration Details
Because WBPL expects high interest in Artsy Adults programs, the library is implementing a lottery system to help ensure that as many older adults as possible are able to participate in the 10 creative programs planned for 2024/2025.
To participate, please sign up on the waiting list for the programs that interest you by the specified cut-off date. Library staff will randomly select participants from the waiting list approximately 15 days prior to a program. These successful candidates will receive notification by email (or phone call if email is not available) and will be required to respond to confirm their seats.

Sticker Art: Kids' Workshop
2024-11-20 16:30 - 17:30 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Let your creativity shine at our fun and interactive sticker design workshop!

Sew Savvy Adults: Christmas Stocking
2024-11-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Let’s sew a holiday project over two sessions, Nov 20th and 27th, 2024.

Adults. Must commit to both sessions. Class runs on both Nov 20th and Nov 27th.
In this step-by-step 2 week workshop, participants will sew a festive Christmas stocking using the library’s sewing machines in preparation for the holiday season. Use your stocking as festive decor for your home or give as a gift for a loved one. You can be creative with some finer details like pockets or personalize with finishing touches.
Note: This is not a beginner level workshop. Basic sewing machine skills required. This session is suitable for those who have completed WBPL’s “Machine Basics” class.
This class will be held on two consecutive Wednesday evenings beginning November 20th and concluding November 27th. You must be able to commit to both dates for registration.
Free to participate. Supplies provided. Must have a WBPL library card.
Space is limited to 6 registrants.

Bring Your Own Book Club
2024-11-21 13:00 - 14:00 | ON
Join this “virtual book club” via ZOOM where you BYOB – bring your own book!

Intro to Meditation
2024-11-21 13:00 - 14:00 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Join us for ‘Intro to Meditation’ and connect with the simplicity of being, aligning with the natural flow of creation.

Discover the ClearBeing Meditation System, designed to help you tap into the peace and well-being that is your natural state while addressing the challenges of modern life. Caroline’s approach emphasizes that meditation is not about escaping your life, but about entering it more fully—with fresh eyes, an open heart, and a clear mind.
Whether you’re new to meditation, looking to refresh your practice, or seeking to deepen your experience, this workshop is for you.

Free to participate
Wasaga Beach Library card required for registration

About Caroline Marie:
Caroline Marie, a recent Wasaga Beach resident, has been teaching and leading in the fields of meditation, yoga, holistic nutrition, and soul-guided living for over 30 years. She is passionate about connecting with like-minded individuals and sharing her extensive experience through books, programs, and retreats.
Learn more at www.clearbeingsoulcoach.org.

Open Access
2024-11-21 13:00 - 16:00, 2024-11-24 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-11-24 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!

Creation Club: Mini Wooden Spoon Puppets & Theatre
2024-11-21 16:30 - 17:30 | Wasaga Beach Public Library, 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, ON, L9Z 2P1, Canada
Bring your imagination to our monthly after school program for those who like to create.

Join us for an enchanting workshop where you’ll craft adorable wooden spoon puppets and bring them to life on a miniature puppet theatre stage. With wooden spoons as your canvas and a variety of craft materials at your disposal, let your creativity shine as you design and decorate your own unique characters. Then, watch as your puppet theatre comes alive with storytelling and puppetry magic!
Ages 5 to 12.

English Conversation Circle With Welcome Centre Immigrant Services
2024-11-21 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
