This Fall at Your Library

To learn more about these great services contact the Information Desk at 519-376-6623 ext. 3 or info@library.osngupl.ca

LIBRARY SERVICES

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Fall Holiday Closures

The Library will be closed:

Labour Day
Monday, September 2

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Monday, September 30

Thanksgiving Day
Monday, October 14

Remembrance Day
Monday, November 11

P.S. Even though the library is closed, you can access our great online resources 24/7!

Photo gallery set up on main floor of Library

Invitation for Community Art Exhibits

The Library offers an opportunity for local visual artists to display their work. Artists or groups interested in displaying their work must complete the application form and read and agree to the library policy.

Art will be displayed on a Gridwall triangle mobile tower (2 x 2 x 6 1⁄2') for a 2-month period.

Apply Now

Fire Safety with Greg Nicol

Wednesday, September 18
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Main Level

Drop by and speak to Greg Nicol, Fire Prevention Officer, Owen Sound Fire and Emergency Services, about any concerns you have regarding fire safety in your home. Greg will have the fire safety house and is looking forward to meeting with the public to answer any questions.

Drop-in

Library Book Sale
*3rd Thursday

Thursday,
September 19
2:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Thursday October 17

2:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Thursday, November 21
2:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Friday, November 22
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Auditorium

Nearly new, used, paperbacks, fiction,
non-fiction, young adult, children’s books, CDs and DVDs available!

Cash, debit and credit cards accepted. Please help out by bringing your own shopping bag or buy a library bag!

Community Volunteer Fair

Wednesday, October 2

3:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Auditorium

The Owen Sound & Area Association of Volunteer Administrators is hosting a free volunteer fair here at the Library! Connect with local organizations and learn about volunteer opportunities. Come say hi, meet new people, and enter for a chance to win some cool door prizes!

Connections Poetry Workshop

Thursday, October 3

6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Boardroom

Join Owen Sound Poet Laureate Rebecca Diem for a poetry workshop in celebration of
Ontario Culture Days.

The workshop will focus on creating and community. Ontario Culture Days celebrates arts, culture and heritage in Ontario. This is a free event with limited spaces.

Registration required.

OSNGUPL Local Author Book Fair

Friday, October 18

Saturday, October 19

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Throughout the Library

The library is hosting a two-day book fair with over 30 authors in attendance! Connect with authors who write poetry, fiction,
non-fiction, children and young adult books.

Get to know the authors, purchase their books and enter to win some library themed prizes.

Find Out More

Will it be a
Trick or a Treat?
Halloween Blind Date with a Book

Saturday, October 26 - Friday, November 1

All ages

This Halloween, prepare to be surprised! Fill out the “Blind Date with a Book” form on our website as of October 26th and staff will select some surprise titles for you.

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Taylor Swift Program
[Library Version]

Wednesday,
November 6

6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Auditorium
All ages

Join us for a Taylor Swift inspired program. Enjoy era themed book recommendations, Taylor inspired Bingo, photo area and more!

Registration required.

Seed Lending Library

Please save a portion of your harvested seeds for others and to keep the seed lending library self-sustaining. Share seeds from open pollinated plants not hybrids.

Clearly label envelopes with all necessary information and drop off at the Circulation Desk.

Seed Saving Tips

Book Donations from
Grey Sauble Conservation Authority

Thank you to the Grey Sauble Conservation Authority for the donation of several titles on environmental awareness purchased through funding from the Jane Goodall A.P.E Fund.

View Book List

Grey County Reads 2024

The 2024 edition of Grey County Reads finishes in October.

The chosen books, submitted by the seven public libraries in Grey County, have been whittled down by voters like you to the final two books.

Thanks to South Grey News for promoting local libraries and Canadian books.

Vote Now

2024 Wellness Walkabout

Saturday, September 28th

10:00 am - 3:00 pm

The library is excited to participate in the 2024 Wellness Walkabout.
As part of this one-day self-guided walking tour of remarkable health and wellness venues in downtown Owen Sound, come check out the library and see the resources available for you.

ADULT PROGRAMS & SERVICES

View all upcoming adult programs on our programs page.
To register, contact the Information Desk at 519-376-6623 ext. 3 or info@library.osngupl.ca

Adult Programs

Digital Skills Upgrading
at the Adult Learning Centre

Wednesdays,
September 4 - 25
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Learn how to stay safe online, create a Gmail account and learn some tips and tricks for email mastery!
For more information or to register for our 4 week session, please contact Jodi at 519-378-6174.

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Stitch It Together

Thursdays,
September 12 & 26, October 10 & 24, November 14 & 28
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Boardroom

Do you knit, crochet, spin, cross-stitch, embroider, rug hook, needle felt, hand sew or mend?

Bring your own stitch project for a relaxing afternoon of chatting and making. Get inspired, meet other crafty folk, and stitch your stress away.

Drop-in.

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An Evening with Poet Dan Lockhart

Thursday,
September 12
7:00 pm
Auditorium

Join us for an evening of poetry and discussion with Dan Lockhart, author of North of Middle Island. Lockhart is a graduate of the Indiana University with an MFA in creative writing and a member of the pùkuwànkoamimëns of the Moravian of the Thames First Nation. His latest book explores in verse the culture and territory of Pelee Island and its environments.

Drop-in.

Upcoming Writing Programs at the Library

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Let’s
Critique

Thursdays,
September 12,
October 10 &
November 14
3:00 pm
Boardroom

This is a new supportive Writer's Group where participants submit
3-5 pages of work at one meeting.

Everyone will take the material home and review it for the next meeting. You will be able to seek the type of feedback that you want on your writing.

Registration required.

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Let’s Get Published

Thursdays,
October 17 &
November 21
6:30 pm
Boardroom

This is a new monthly Writer's Group for participants with completed writing that they wanted to work on getting published. The sessions focus on the different ways that books are made available now. Published authors and unpublished writers can attend.

Registration required.

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Writing
Prompts

Mondays,
September 23,
October 28 &
November 25
6:30 pm
Auditorium

Attend a meeting with writing prompts supportive of your writing goals. Everyone will free write using the prompt and those interested can share samples from their writing. Participants can edit and add to the work and briefly share at the next meeting.

Registration required.

Online Resources

Monday, September 16 3:00 pm
Auditorium
Monday, November 18 7:00 pm
Boardroom

Did you know that you have 24-7 access to hundreds of thousands of online materials and resources online that are provided by the library?

Attend a short presentation about accessing the many digital resources available free with your Library card.

Registration required.

Eclipse & Aurora Spectacular!

Tuesday, September 17 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Auditorium

All ages

Stargazer John presents the two epic celestial events of 2024. Fantastic images of April’s total solar eclipse photographed in the Midwest. Panoramic video footage of the brilliant auroral display in May.

Registration recommended.

Gardener in Residence

Tuesdays,
September 17,
October 15 &
November 19
Gardening Demo:
2:00 pm
Drop-in Advice Clinic:
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Main Level

Come visit our Gardener in Residence presented by the Grey County Master Gardeners!

Registration suggested for Gardening Demo.

Repair Café Information Session

Friday, September 20

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Auditorium

Come join us for a presentation as volunteers talk about the Repair Café and discuss some of the items they have repaired since March!

The Repair Café is a partnership between the Georgian Bluffs Climate Action Team and the Owen Sound & North Grey Union Public Library.

Registration required.

OSNGUPL Ukes

Mondays,
September 23,
October 21
& November 25
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Auditorium

Join Sharon, Cvitka, and their Ukes while singing and strumming some fun tunes.

No Ukulele? No worries, just borrow a Ukulele Kit with your library card. All skill levels. Non-instructional. BYO Ukulele. Music provided.

Registration required.

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Afternoon @
the Movies with Kanopy

Tuesdays,
September 24,
October 29 & November 26
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Auditorium

Enjoy an afternoon film with Kanopy.
September - Clearcut
October - The Little Shop of Horrors November -
Lancaster Skies

Doors open at 1:45 pm. Film begins at 2:00 pm.

May not be suitable for all ages.

Drop-in.

Elder Law Series

Wednesday,
September 25
10:30 am
Topic: Powers of Attorney

Wednesday, October 23 10:30 am
Topic: Elder Abuse

Wednesday,
November 27
10:30 am
Topic: Wills

Join lawyer Angela Yenssen of the Grey Bruce Community Legal Clinic who will present information and answer questions covering various legal issues related to seniors.

Registration required.

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Seated Chair Yoga for Seniors with Sally Sunshine

Wednesdays,
September 25,
October 9, 16 & 30
2:15 pm - 3:00 pm
Auditorium

Join Sally for a 45 minute gentle flexibility class. Sally will end each class with some tips on preventing falls and staying active.

Registration required.

Moons of Halloween

Wednesday, October 9 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Auditorium

All ages

The Moon features in many cultural folklores and legends. Stargazer John will illuminate the light and dark side of our lunar neighbour. Moons that are Super, Blue, and Perigean. Learn about the Canadian connection in NASA’s Artemis program.

Registration recommended.

Finding Your Way: Dementia-Friendly Community

Wednesday, October 23 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Auditorium

A Dementia-Friendly Community is a place where people living with dementia and their care partners are welcomed, included, and supported. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about how community members are working to ensure that people can age in place and remain active in their communities.

Registration required.

October is Health Literacy Month!

Wednesday, October 23 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Auditorium

We all need information about our health but many of us don’t understand it. Come to this presentation to learn about health literacy and how you can empower yourself to access health information in an effective way.

Registration required.

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Make and Take Craft

Tuesdays,
October 29 &
November 26
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Auditorium

Make some fun seasonal crafts. Create something spooky in October and fashion a festive decoration in November. All skill levels. Materials provided.

Registration required.

Grokfest 2024

Wednesday,
November 13
7:00 pm

Auditorium

Join us for our 3rd Grokfest which features short presentations on topics using 20 slides. The presenter shares a passion or interest while speaking to each slide for only 20 seconds. Come out and enjoy the fun, entertaining and informative session. Afterwards why not head into the community and grab a coffee or beer with others and chat about the presentations.

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Introductory Class: Creation Station

Tuesday, November 19
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Auditorium

If you can imagine it, you can create it.
Join Katie and Steph to learn all about the Creation Station at the Library. This introductory session will provide an overview of bringing designs to life using 3D printers and digital cutters.
Beginner level.

Registration required.

Health Book Club

Wednesday,
November 27
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Auditorium

Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity by Bill Gifford and Peter Attia
is considered one of the best health books of 2023.

It’s a great book in terms of learning about how to both improve your life span and quality of life.

Registration required.

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Library Taskmaster

Friday, November 15
7:00 pm
Auditorium

Get ready for an evening of hilarity! Register as a team of 4-5 people to compete in a series of ridiculous tasks
and a chance to win the golden head!
Fee for is $50/team.
Registration deadline
for teams is November 1.

Don’t want to play?
Join as part of our Library Taskmaster audience.

Join in the Fun

Repair Café

Saturdays,
September 14,
October 12 & November 9
*2nd Saturday of each month
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Auditorium

Skilled volunteers are eager to fix your broken items for free, from clothing to household items. Enjoy refreshments, connect with your community, and save money while keeping items out of landfills.

Have skills to share? Whether it's sewing, electronics, small furniture and appliances or bike repairs, your expertise is welcomed. To get involved, email:
GBOSRepairCafe@gmail.com

In partnership with the Georgian Bluffs Climate Action Team

Start Repairing

TEEN PROGRAMS & SERVICES

To learn more about our programs and services for teens (grades 7-12) or to register, contact the Youth Services Desk at 519-376-6623 ext. 4 or ysinfo@library.osngupl.ca

Teen Programs

K-Pop Club

Thursdays,
September 26,

October 31 &
November 28
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Grades 7-12
Auditorium
(October 31 in Boardroom)

Can’t get enough K-Pop or K-Drama? Join this informal afterschool group and hang out with crafts, games, and discussions on all things Korean pop culture!

Registration required.

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Teen Advisory Group

Tuesday, October 1 & Tuesday, November 5
7:00 pm
Boardroom
Grades 7-12

This volunteer youth board works to develop library programming for youth and build our young adult collection. Develop your leadership skills and make a difference in your community.

Get Crafty – Needle Felt and Cross Stitch

Tuesday, October 8 & Tuesday, November 12
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Boardroom
Ages 12-18

Get crafty with lots of supplies! Try different needle-based crafts, like needle felting, cross-stitch, and embroidery. Maybe you love these materials already or maybe you want to try something new – all levels of experience welcome.

Registration required.

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Dungeons & Dragons –
After-School Club

Wednesdays ,
October 30, November 6,
November 20 & November 27
5:30 pm - 7:30pm
Boardroom
Ages 12-18

Join a recurring after-school D&D adventure! Make your own character and start a quest with other players – both beginners and experienced players are welcome. Take part in an exciting and expansive fantasy story that will grow with you as you level up. Snacks provided.

Registration required.

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Traditional Canadian Dance - Try Something New!

Thursday, November 14
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Auditorium
Ages 10-18

Join Murray, an experienced dance teacher and caller, as he walks you through the basics of traditional Canadian dancing!

Whether you already know how to dance, or you just want to try something new, this is for you! No experience necessary.

Registration required.

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Write @ Your Library 2024

Submission Deadline:
Friday, October 25

Grades 7-12

Do you have a story to tell? Submit your writing and/or cover art to our 2024 Write @ Your Library contest for a chance to win a spot in our 2024 Anthology, as well as cash prizes. Please visit our website for submission guidelines.

Guidelines

CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS & SERVICES

To learn more about our programs and services for children (birth to grade 6) or to register, contact the Youth Services Desk at
519-376-6623 ext. 4 or ysinfo@library.osngupl.ca

Children's Programs

Preschool Storytime

Tuesdays, 10:30 am
(on hiatus
October 8 & 15)
Youth Services

Join us for stories, songs, early literacy, and movement! Bring your singing voice as we work together to acquire early literacy skills.

Drop-in.

Babytime

Thursdays, 10:30 am
(on hiatus
October 10 & 17)
Youth Services
Birth to 18 months

Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes! Meet other parents and build your baby’s pre-literacy skills! Babytime is at the Tom Thomson Art Gallery
on the last Thursday of the month.

Drop-in.

Peppa Pig Party

Friday, September 13
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Auditorium
Toddlers and Preschoolers

Join us for a fun midmorning celebration of Peppa Pig with crafts, games, and other activities!

Registration required.

LEGO® Club

Wednesdays,
September 18,
October 16 &
November 20

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Grades K-6

Youth Services

Join us on the third Wednesday of the month to bring your LEGO® designs to life! Each month, club participants will be given a different building challenge. What will you build? Drop-in.

Drop-in.

Tech it Out Tuesdays!

Tuesdays,
September 24,
October 29 &
November 26

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm &
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Grades 2-6

Youth Services

Sept. 24: Edison Robots

Oct. 29: Makey Makey
and simple circuits

Nov. 26: 3D Printing
and Tinkercad

Let’s get hands on with equipment from the Library’s Tech Toy and Creation Station collections. Each session will highlight a different technology that kids can either borrow or use at the Library.

Registration required.

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PD Day Taylor Swift Program [Library Version]

Friday, September 27

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Auditorium
Families, Youth & Teens

Join us for a Taylor Swift inspired program with crafts, games, and more!

Registration required.

3D Printing 101

Thursdays,
October 3 &
October 10

4:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Grades 4-8

Auditorium

Do you want to learn all about 3D printing with the Library? From experimenting with strong shapes to making your own 3D models in Tinkercad, this 2-part workshop will walk students through the basics of 3D printing and modeling. Materials provided.

Registration required.

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Paws for Stories

Wednesday, October 9 & Tuesday, October 15
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
(15 minute sessions)
Grades 1-6
Boardroom

Book a session to practice your reading skills with Tia, a friendly volunteer dog! You will get to interact with a lovely and patient dog while you build confidence reading out loud to this non-judgemental companion in a comfortable space. You can choose your own book or read Tia’s favourite book to her!

Thank you to Tia & Sheila from St. John’s Ambulance

Registration required.

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Bluey Bonanza

Friday, October 11

10:30 am - 11:30 am

Auditorium

Toddlers and Preschoolers

Join us for a fun midmorning celebration of Bluey with crafts, games, and other activities!

Registration required.

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Valentines for Veterans

Supplies available in Youth Services from
November 1 to 11

This Remembrance Day season, thank Canadian Veterans by making them a hand-made valentine. Return your card to Youth Services staff and we’ll send it to Veterans Affairs Canada, who will mail out the cards for Valentine’s Day 2025.

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Dungeons & Dragons:
Family Adventure

Saturday, November 16 & Saturday, November 30
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Boardroom
All ages

Join a family-friendly adventuring party! Youth (aged 6-12) can sign up with their older sibling or adult guardian for this Dungeons & Dragons adventure. Bring your own Level 1 character or use a pre-made one.
Good for beginners and experienced players. Snacks provided.

Registration required.

LEGO® Building Competition: Building Bee

Thursday, October 24
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Grades JK-8
& Family Builds
Auditorium

Come build together in preparation for the Library’s LEGO® Building Competition. Using the Library’s LEGO® collection, let your imagination run wild! Participants are encouraged to submit their creations for judging.

Registration required

LEGO® Building Competition

Public Viewing and Voting
Friday, October 25
1:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Saturday, October 26
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Awards Ceremony
Saturday, October 26 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Grades JK-8
& Family Builds
Auditorium

Do you love building with LEGO®? Do you love looking at LEGO® creations? Test your LEGO® skills and win LEGO® prizes! Pick up an information package from Youth Services starting October 1 and register by October 24 to show off your creations.

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Halloween Storytime

Wednesday, October 30
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Youth Services
Ages 0-6

Get spooky with Halloween stories, songs, and crafts! Costumes strongly encouraged.

Drop-in.

OPEN CARD PARTNERS

Find out what's happening with our Open Card partners: Billy Bishop Museum, Marine & Rail Museum and the Tom Thomson Art Gallery.

Country Christmas
Dance Party

The Community Waterfront Heritage Centre is having a Country Christmas Dance Party with the Ridge River Ramblers on November 17, 2024
at the Owen Sound Legion.

Doors open at 1:00 p.m. $20 per person.

Watch for more details.

Check It Out

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New Exhibits
at the Museum

September 7 -
Public Garden Party
October 4 -
Trivia Night
October 25 -
Country Barn Dance
October 27 - Honouring Our Local Veterans

Look for Victorian Christmas Teas in December

Tickets & Info

Tom Thomson: Homecoming

Exhibit dates: June 8th, 2024 - January 4th, 2025

An exhibition that brings together works by Tom Thomson that depict his hometown and surrounding areas.

The show includes drawings, paintings, and artifacts from the Gallery’s Collection along with borrowed works from other public and private collections.

Visit the TOM

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