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Happening This Month at the Central Library
Below is a listing of special events and programs taking place at the Central Library, Kitchener City Hall, the Kitchener Market or Victoria Park for the month of FEBRUARY 2012.
Of course, items that are checked out are counted automatically by our computer system, but materials that customers have used in the library are not. We can’t count it if we don’t know you’ve used it! Just leave whatever you’ve used on a table, chair, counter, floor, etc (ok, maybe not the floor) and we’ll count it an put it away.
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For details on events happening at all KPL locations, please click here.
“On-the-Grow” Collection
We’re “On-the-Grow!” To thank our Main Library customers for their continued patience and loyalty during our renovation and construction period, we’ve created a special collection of popular, high interest items, available exclusively at the Main Library. These new books, CDs & DVDs for children, teens & adults are identified with a special construction helmet sticker. Unlike Express Reads & Express Views, regular loan periods apply. Borrow your favourites for longer!
The new “On-the-Grow” items are located near the Main Library’s Circulation desk.
Come inside and see what’s new for you!
Adults Programs
Résumé Rescue
Free help to create or fine-tune your resume.
Call the library at 519-743-7502 to book an appointment.
Genealogy: Finding Family Online
with Karen Ball-Pyatt, KPL Local History Librarian
Explore genealogy websites and databases with KPL’s resident expert.
Call 519-743-0271 ext. 255 to register
Mon. Feb. 27 at 7:00 pm
Main Library
Teen Programs
Book of the Month Club for Teens
New members welcome! Email Christy.Giesler@kpl.org
This month’s book: Gimme a Call by Sarah Mylnowski
Thurs. Feb. 9 at 4:00 pm
* Meeting location will be shared when registering.
Children's Programs
Family Storytime
Everyone is invited to share in this 30-minute program, which includes great stories, fun songs and rhymes. Fun for the whole family! All ages.
No registration required.
Mon. at 1:30 pm Jan. 9 – Feb. 27
Main Library
Tues. at 10:00 am Jan. 10 – Feb. 28
@ the Kitchener Market
Tues. at 6:30 pm (Ongoing)
Main Library
Little Scientist
Try some simple experiments! Ages 4 & 5. Call 519-743-0271 ext. 258 to register. FREE
Thurs. at 2:00 pm, Feb. 2 – Feb. 23
Main Library
PA Day: Medieval Times
Don’t miss our royal fun! Ages 6 to 12. Call 519-743-0271 ext. 258 to register. FREE
Fri. Feb. 3 at 10:00 am
@ the Kitchener Market
How Do I Love Thee?
A family storytime about friends and family. All ages. FREE
Tues. Feb. 14 at 6:30 pm
Main Library
KPL Kids’ Club
Take a break from shopping and drop by the KPL space (Upper Level) for stories, crafts and fun.
All ages. No registration required.
Sat. from 9:00 am – 11:00 am
@ the Kitchener Market
Babytime
It’s never too early to bring babies and books together. Babies (0 – 11 months) and their caregivers will enjoy 20 – 30 minutes of rhymes, songs, stories and bounces.
No registration required.
Wed. at 10:45 am Jan. 11 – Feb. 29
@ the Kitchener Market
One Is Fun
Oh, the wonderful world of books! Enjoy giggles, stories, rhymes and more, in this 20 – 30 minute interactive program for toddlers (12 – 23 months) and their caregivers.
No registration required.
Thurs. at 10:30 am Jan. 12 – March 1
@ the Kitchener Market
Tales for Two’s
It’s time for toddlers to take over. This 30-minute program is designed especially for active two-year-olds (24 – 35 months) and their caregivers. Join us for stories, songs, crafts and lots of fun.
No registration required.
Thurs. at 9:45 am Jan. 12 – March 1
@ the Kitchener Market
Preschool Storytime
Books are the focus, and fun is the goal! Preschoolers (3 – 5 year olds) are invited for 45-minutes of stories, songs, rhymes and crafts. Each week is an opportunity to explore a new theme, learn and laugh.
No registration required.
Wed. at 9:45 am Jan. 11 – Feb. 29
@ the Kitchener Market
Reading Buddies
Children in grades 1 – 4 are invited to read with an adult volunteer, play literacy games and listen to stories. This 45-minute program is for readers who have learned the fundamentals of reading but need practice.
Please register two weeks before the program.
Thurs. at 6:15 pm Jan. 12 – Mar. 8
Main Library
Creative Kids
Calling all kids who love crafts! Beat the winter blahs with stories and crafts at the library. All you need is a little creativity, we’ll provide everything else. Ages 5 – 12.
Please register one week before the program.
Mon. at 6:30 pm Jan. 16 – Feb. 6
Main Library