Full Program Listing

 

 

Spring 2009

 

Note: Unless otherwise noted, you may register for the following programs (if required) either in person, or by phone at 519-743-0271.

 

To register for children's programs, dial extension 285.

 

To register for adult programs, dial extension 255.


 

 


Children's Programs

Author, Author

March Break Programs

Babytime

May Day Celebration

Creative Writing Club

Mother-Daugher Book Club

Diary Of A Wimpy Kid

Mother's Day Tea

Family Flicks

One Is Fun

Family Storytime

Picture This: Little Illustrator

Family Storytime and Craft

Preschool Storytime

Homework Help

Pretty Pictures

Invention Convention

Reading Buddies

KPL Kids at CHCC

Tales for Two's

Library Explorers

To Market, To Market

Little Scientist

Twilight Tales and Pool Plunge

Lovin' the Earth

See, Sing and Sign

 

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Author, Author!

 

Ruth Ohi

 

The Kitchener Public Library is pleased to welcome award-winning author and illustrator Ruth Ohi.  Ms Ohi is the author/illustrator of numerous children’s books including Chicken, Pig, Cow and Chicken, Pig, Cow on the Move.  She will talk about the process of creating a book and share some illustrating techniques.

 

Children in grades 2 – 4 are invited to share in this presentation. Registration begins Monday, March 1.

 

Tuesday, March 30 at 10:30 am

Country Hills

Please call 519-748-2740 to register.

 

Tuesday, March 30 at 1:30 pm

Forest Heights

Please call 519-748-2740 to register.

 

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Babytime

 

It is never too early to bring babies and books together. Babies (0 – 11 months) and their caregivers are invited to join us for this special program designed especially for KPL’s youngest customers. 

 

Each 20 – 30 minute session will include rhymes, songs, stories and bounces.

 

Mondays at 9:45 am

January 11 - March 1, continuing March 29 - May 17

Country Hills

Please register one week prior to the start of the program by calling 519-743-3558.

 

Wednesdays at 9:45

January 13 - March 13, continuing March 31 - May 19

Pioneer Park

Please register one week prior to the start of the program by calling 519-748-2740.

 

Wednesdays at 11:00 am

January 13 - March 3, continuing March 31 - May 19

Grand River Stanley Park

Please register one week prior to the start of the program by calling 519-896-1736.

 

Wednesdays at 11:00 am

January 13 - March 3, continuing March 31 to May 19
Main Library

No registration required.

 

Thursdays at 9:45 am

January 14 - March 4, continuing April 1 - May 20
Forest Heights

Please register one week prior to the start of the program by calling 519-743-0644.

 

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Creative Writing Club

 

Do you love writing stories, poems or plays?  Are you in Grade 3 to Grade 6?  Come and join our new and exciting club.  We will talk about writing, do some writing and (if you feel like it) share some of your writing.  Bring a pencil, a notebook and your imagination!  Treats will be provided!

 

Saturday, March 13 at 2:30 pm

Main Library

 

Saturday, April 10 at 2:30 pm  

Main Library

 

Saturday, May 22 at 2:30 pm

Main Library

 

No registration required.

 

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Diary of a Wimpy Kid

 

In celebration of the film release, join us for some “wimpy kid” fun! 

 

During this special program for 8 - 12 year olds, we will read from the books, play games, and create our very own “wimpy kid” comic strip.

 

Saturday April 17 at 2 pm

Grand River Stanley Park

Please register one week prior to the start of the program by calling 519-896-1736.

 

Saturday April 17 at 2:30 pm

Forest Heights

Please register one week prior to the start of the program by calling 519-743-0644.

 

Saturday April 17 at 2:30 pm

Pioneer Park

Please register one week prior to the start of the program by calling 519-748-2740.

 

Saturday, April 24 at 2:30 pm

Main Library

Register by calling 519-743-0271 ext. 258.

 

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Family Flicks

 

Whether you missed the movie in the theatre the first time, or it’s worth seeing again join us in our 200 seat Auditorium for a big screen experience.

 

Sundays at 1:30 pm

Main Library

 

February 14

Beauty and the Beast

Rated G (90 min)

February 21

Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian

Rated PG (105 min)

February 28

The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning

Rated G (77 min)

March 7

Cloudy With A Chance Of Meatballs

Rated PG (98 min)

March 14

Astro Boy

Rated G (100 min)

March 21

Aliens In The Attic

Rated PG (86 min)

March 28

Pete's Dragon

Rated G (129 min)

April 4

Where The Wild Things Are

Rated PG (100 min)

April 11

Alvin & The Chipmunks: The Squeakquel

Rated PG (88 min)

April 18

The Fantastic Mr. Fox

Rated PG (87 min)

April 25

The Princess And The Frog

Rated G (98 min)

 

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Family Storytime

 

Everyone is invited to share in this 30 min. program which includes great stories, fun songs and rhymes. A little something for everyone! 

 

Tuesdays at 6:45 pm

(January 12 - March 9, continuing March 30 - May 18)

Pioneer Park

No registration required.

 

Tuesdays at 7:00 pm (ongoing)

Main Library

No registration required.

 

Saturdays at 10:30 am (ongoing)

Main Library

No registration required.

 

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Family Storytime and Craft

 

A joint program with “Home Child Care.”  Juice is provided, but feel free to bring your own snack. 

 

Thursday, April 15 from 10 am - 1130 am

Country Hills

 

Thursday, May 27 from 10 am - 11:30 am

Country Hills

 

Please register one week prior to the start of the program by calling 519-743-3558.

 

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Homework Help

with Wayne Buchholtz, retired principal/teacher

 

Grade 2 – 6 students sharpen your pencils. Bring your homework to the Pioneer Park Library for help with specific problems.

 

Tuesdays, from 6:30 - 7:30 pm

January 12 - March 2, continuing March 30 - May 18

Pioneer Park

 

No registration required.

 

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Invention Convention

 

Join us for this 4 week invention-based program. KPL will provide the materials, you provide the creativity! Week 1 we will brainstorm and research our inventions, week 2 and 3 we will create, and week 4 we will have an open house and show off what we have made.  For kids in grades 3 – 6.

 

Thursdays at 6:30 pm       

April 1 – 22

Main Library

 

Please register by March 31 for this 4-week program by calling 519-743-0271 ext. 285.

 

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KPL Kids at CHCC

(Country Hills Community Centre)

 

Come to the Country Hills Community Centre (100 Rittenhouse Rd.) for an awesome evening of crafts and fun for 6 - 11 year olds.  We will have cool themes and lots of interesting things for you to explore!

Thursdays from 6:15 - 7 pm

February 4 - March 4, continuing April 8 - May 13

Please call the CHCC at (519) 741-2596 to register.

 

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Library Explorers

 

Do you love to visit the library and find that perfect story?  Have you ever wondered where those thousands of books came from? How does a library work?  Kids in grades 2 – 6 are invited to join us for a behind the scenes look at the library.  Go where no kid has gone before!

 

Thursdays at 6:30 pm

February 4 – February 25, continuing May 6 - May 27

Main Library

 

Register by calling 519-743-0271 ext. 258.

 

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Little Scientist

 

Budding scientists ages 3 ½ -5 years will discover the wonder of science through stories, activities, and simple experiments.

 

Wednesdays at 2 pm

February 3 - February 24

Pioneer Park

Please register one week prior to the start of the program by calling 519-748-2740.

 

Wednesdays at 2:30pm

March 31 - April 21

Pioneer Park

Please register one week prior to the start of the program by calling 519-748-2740.

 

Thursdays at 2:30 pm

February 4 – February 25, continuing April 8 - April 29

Main Library

Please register one week prior to the start of the program by calling 519-743-0271 ext 285.

 

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Lovin’ the Earth

 

Calling all Earth Day fans to the library for a celebration of stories & activities about our wonderful planet. 

 

Saturday,  April 17 at 10:30 am

Pioneer Park

 

All ages welcome.  No registration required.

 

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March Break Programs

 

Erick Traplin

 

Get ready to sing and dance with Erick this March Break! Super fun for the whole family!

 

Wednesday, March 17 at 10 am

Country Hills

 

Free tickets will be available at Country Hills Library one week prior to the program.

 

Thursday, March 18 at 10:30 am

Main Library

 

Free tickets will be available at the main library one week prior to the program.

Erick Traplin

 

 

 

Poemology

 

Hurry!  Hurry!  Don’t delay, rhyming fun is here today.  Poems and games, riddles and fun; something here for everyone! For children ages 6 - 12.

 

Monday, March 15 at 2:30 pm

Main Library

No registration required.

 

Tuesday, March 16 at 2:30 pm

Grand River Stanley Park

Registration begins one week prior to the program. Please call 519-896-1736 to register.

 

Wednesday, March 17 at 2:30 pm

Country Hills

Registration begins one week prior to the program. Please call 519-748-2740 to register.

 

Thursday, March 18 at 2:30 pm

Forest Heights

Registration begins one week prior to the program. Please call 519-743-0644 to register.

 

Thursday, March 18 at 2:30 pm

Pioneer Park

Registration begins one week prior to the program. Please call 519-748-2740 to register.

 

 

 

Birdology

 

What’s Mrs. Bird doing with all those twigs?  Building a nest of course!  Come and make a great nest for your own little birdies. For children ages 6 - 12.

 

Monday, March 15 at 2:30 pm

Country Hills

Registration begins one week prior to the program .Please call 519-748-2740 to register.

 

Tuesday, March 16 at 2:30 pm

Main Library

No registration required.

 

Wednesday, March 17 at 2:30 pm
Grand River Stanley Park

Registration begins one week prior to the program. Please call 519-896-1736 to register.

 

 

 

March Break Families

 

Bring the whole family out to enjoy stories, songs and fun together.

 

Monday, March 15 at 10:30 am

Pioneer Park

No registration required.

 

Tuesday, March 16 at 10:30 am

Forest Heights

No registration required.

 

Wednesday, March 17 at 10:30 am

Pioneer Park

No registration required.

 

Wednesday, March 17 at 10:30 am

Main Library

No registration required.

 

 

 

Fairyology

 

Fairy dust, flowers galore, butterflies, toadstools and so much more… “Fairyology” is a magical day, dress in your fairy best and come play! For children ages 6 - 12.

 

Monday, March 15 at 2:30 pm

Pioneer Park

Registration begins one week prior to the program. Please call 519-748-2740 to register.

 

Tuesday, March 16 at 2:30 pm

Forest Heights

Registration begins one week prior to the program. Please call 519-743-0644 to register.

 

Wednesday, March 17 at 2:30 pm

Main Library

No registration required.

 

 

 

Movie Break

 

Take some time to relax this March Break by enjoying a movie with us. Bring your snacks, family and friends and watch a movie on the big screen.

 

The Last Mimzy

Rated G (90 min)

 

Thursday, March 18 at 1:30 pm
Main Library Auditorium

 

 

 

Pirateology

 

Chart ‘yer course for KPL as we read about pirate adventures on the high seas!  We’ll go searching for buried treasure, make a genuine pirate eye patch, and try not to fall off the plank! For children ages 6 - 12. 

 

Monday, March 15 at 2:30 pm

Grand River Stanley Park

Registration begins one week prior to the program. Please call 519-896-1736 to register.

 

Tuesday, March 16 at 2:30 pm
Pioneer Park

Registration begins one week prior to the program. Please call 519-748-2740 to register.

 

Wednesday, March 17 at 2:30 pm
Forest Heights

Registration begins one week prior to the program. Please call 519-743-0644 to register.

 

Thursday, March 18 at 2:30 pm

Country Hills

Registration begins one week prior to the program. Please call 519-748-2740 to register.

 

Friday, March 19 at 10:30 am

Main Library

No registration required.

 

 

 

Gameology

 

Join us for some Gaming at the library.  During this one-hour program kids 6-12 years old can enjoy everything from Wii to Scrabble to creating their own take home fun.  Let the games begin! For children ages 6 - 12.

 

Monday, March 15 at 2:30 pm

Forest Heights

Registration begins one week prior to the program. Please call 519-743-0644 to register.

 

Tuesday, March 16 at 2:30 pm
Country Hills

Registration begins one week prior to the program. Please call 519-748-2740 to register.

 

Wednesday, March 17 at 2:30 pm

Pioneer Park

Registration begins one week prior to the program. Please call 519-748-2740 to register.

 

Thursday, March 18 at 2:30 pm

Grand River Stanley Park

Registration begins one week prior to the program. Please call 519-896-1736 to register.

 

Friday, March 19 at 2:30 pm

Main Library

No registration required.

 

 

 

March Break at the Kitchener Market

 

Join us for stories, songs and a craft at the Kitchener Market during March Break.  All ages welcome.

 

Wearing of the Green            

Wednesday, March 17 at 11 am
@ the Kitchener Market

 

Pirateology                             

Thursday, March 18 at 1:30 pm

@ the Kitchener Market

 

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May Day Celebration

 

May 1st is the traditional day to celebrate spring.  Put away those snow pants and mittens and join us for an hour of spring festivities!  Flowers, sports, and sunny days… children ages 6 – 12 years old will hear stories, play games and create a craft related to all things Spring! 

 

Saturday May 1 at 2:30 pm

Forest Heights

Please register one week prior to the start of the program by calling 519-743-0644.

 

Saturday May 8 at 10:30 am

Grand River Stanley Park

Please register one week prior to the start of the program by calling 519-743-0644.

 

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Mother-Daughter Book Club

 

This hour long book discussion group, at the Main Library, is open to girls in grades 4-6 and their moms or another important woman in their lives.

 

Saturday, February 20 at 11:00 am

Shakespeare's Secret

by Elise Broach

 

Saturday, May 20 at 11:00 am

Matilda Bone

by Karen Cushman

 

Saturday, April 17 at 11:00 am

Mable Riley

by Marthe Jocelyn

 

Saturday, May 15 at 11:00 am

London Eye Mystery

by Siobhan Dowd

Register by calling Christy at 519-743-0271 ext. 277 or emailing christy.giesler@kpl.org
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Mother’s Day Tea

 

Hey kids!  Bring your mom and join us for stories, crafts and a special treat as we celebrate mothers and all of the special ladies in our lives.  All ages are welcome. 

 

Saturday,  May 1 at 10:30 am  

Pioneer Park

Please register one week prior to the start of the program by calling 519-748-2740.


Saturday, May 1 at 2:30 pm

Main Library

Please register one week prior to the start of the program by calling 519-743-0271 ext 285.

 

Wednesday, May 5 at 7 pm

Forest Heights

Please register one week prior to the start of the program by calling 519-743-0644.


 

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One Is Fun

 

Introduce your one year old to the wonderful world of books. Together toddlers (12 – 23 months) and their caregivers will enjoy stories, and learn rhymes, songs, and more during this fun and interactive program. Come prepared to giggle and bounce during this 20 – 30 minute program.

 

Mondays at 9:45 am

January 11 - March 1, continuing March 29 - May 17

Grand River Stanley Park

Please register one week prior to the start of the program by calling 519-896-1736.

 

Mondays at 10:45 am

January 11 - March 1, continuing March 29 - May 17

Country Hills

Please register one week prior to the start of the program by calling 519-743-3558.

 

Wednesdays at 10:30 am

January 13 - March 3, continuing March 31 - May 19

Pioneer Park

Please register one week prior to the start of the program by calling 519-748-2740.

 

Thursdays at 10:30 am

January 14 - March 4, continuing April 1 - May 20

Forest Heights

Please register one week prior to the start of the program by calling 519-743-0644.

 

Thursdays at 11:00 am       

January 14 - March 4, continuing April 1 - May 20

Main Library

No registration required.

 

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Picture This: Little Illustrator

 

From plasticine to simple pop-ups, discover the techniques used by popular children’s illustrators as we create our own masterpieces.  For ages 3 1/2 to 5 years.

 

Wednesdays at 2:30 pm        

April 28 – May 19

Pioneer Park

 

Please register one week prior to the start of the program by calling 519-748-2740.

 

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Preschool Storytime

 

Books are the focus, and fun is the goal. Preschoolers (3 – 5 year olds) are invited to join in the stories, songs, rhymes and crafts. Each week will be a new theme and a new opportunity to learn and laugh during this 45 minute program.

 

Mondays at 10:30 am

January 11 - March 1, continuing March 29 - May 17

Grand River Stanley Park

Please register one week prior to the start of the program by calling 519-896-1736.

 

Mondays at 10:45 am

January 11 - March 1, continuing March 29 - May 17

Pioneer Park

Please register one week prior to the start of the program by calling 519-748-2740.

 

Mondays at 1:30 pm

January 11 - March 1, continuing March 29 - May 17

Main Library

No registration required.

 

Tuesdays at 10:45 am

January 12 - March 2, continuing March 30 - May 18

Forest Heights

Please register one week prior to the start of the program by calling 519-743-0644.

 

Tuesdays at 2 pm

January 12 - March 2, continuing March 30 - May 18

Country Hills

Please register one week prior to the start of the program by calling 519-743-3558.

 

Wednesdays at 10:45 am

January 13 - March 3, continuing March 31 - May 19

Country Hills

Please register one week prior to the start of the program by calling 519-743-3558.

 

Wednesdays at 2pm

March 31 - May 19

Forest Heights

Please register one week prior to the start of the program by calling 519-743-0644.

 

Thursdays at 9:45 am

January 14 - March 4, continuing April 1 - May 20

Main Library

No registration required.

 

Thursdays at 2 pm

January 14 - March 4, continuing April 1 - May 20

Grand River Stanley Park

Please register one week prior to the start of the program by calling 519-896-1736.

 

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Pretty Pictures

 

One of the best parts of reading a picture book is seeing how a story comes to life through images.  In this hour-long program, we celebrate some very talented authors who also illustrate their own books. 

 

Kids 612 years old will have the chance to make some of their very own creations in this hands-on arts program.

 

Mondays at 6:30pm

Locations and dates for each session are listed below.

 

Please register for the individual sessions one week prior to the program start date.

 

Eric Carle: Painting Pictures

Forest Heights: Monday, April 12

Grand River Stanley Park: Monday, April 15

Main Library: Monday, April 26

 

Walter Wick: Photography Puzzles

Forest Heights: Monday, April 19

Grand River Stanley Park: Monday, April 22

Main Library: Monday, May 3

 

Barbara Reid: Plasticine Play

Forest Heights: Monday, May 10

Grand River Stanley Park: Monday, April 29

Main Library: Monday, May 10

 

Lois Ehlert: Multi-Media Masterpieces

Forest Heights: Monday, May 17

Grand River Stanley Park: Monday, May 6

Main Library: Monday, May 17

 

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Reading Buddies

 

Children in grades 1 – 4 are invited to discover the wonderful world of books! This 45 minute program is designed for reluctant readers who have learned the fundamentals of reading but need practice.

 

Tuesdays at 6:15 pm

January 12 - March 2, continued March 30 - May 4

Country Hills

Please register two weeks prior to the start of the program by calling 519-743-3558.

 

Tuesdays at 6:30 pm

January 12 - March 2, continued March 30 - May 4

Grand River Stanley Park

Please register two weeks prior to the start of the program by calling 519-896-1736.


Wednesdays at 6:15 pm  

January 13 - March 3, continuing March 31 - May 5

Main Library

Please register two weeks prior to the start of the program by calling 519-743-0271 ext 285.

 

Thursdays at 6 pm or 7:15 pm

January 14 - March 4, continued April 1 - May 6

Forest Heights

Please register two weeks prior to the start of the program by calling 519-743-0644.

 

Thursdays at 6:30 pm

January 14 - March 4, continued April 1 - May 6

Pioneer Park

Please register two weeks prior to the start of the program by calling 519-748-2740.

 

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Tales For Two’s

 

It’s time for toddlers to take over. This fast-paced, interactive program is designed especially for active two year olds (24 – 35 months) and their caregivers. Join us for 30 – 45 minutes of toddler friendly stories, songs, crafts, and lots of fun.

 

Mondays at 9:45 am

January 11 - March 1, continuing March 29 - May 17

Pioneer Park

Please register one week prior to the start of the program by calling 519-748-2740.

 

Tuesdays at 9:45 am

January 12 - March 2, continuing March 30 - May 18

Forest Heights

Please register one week prior to the start of the program by calling 519-743-0644.

 

Wednesdays at 9:45 am

January 13 - March 3, continuing March 31 - May 19

Country Hills

Please register one week prior to the start of the program by calling 519-743-3558.

 

Wednesdays at 9:45 am

January 13 - March 3, continuing March 31 - May 19

Main Library

No registration required.

 

Wednesdays at 10 am

January 13 - March 3, continuing March 31 - May 19
Grand River Stanley Park

Please register one week prior to the start of the program by calling 519-896-1736.

 

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To Market, To Market

 

KPL is excited to be joining the vendors at the Kitchener Market.  Library staff will be offering a variety of programs, from Family Storytimes to PD-day programs.  There will be lots of opportunities for your family to enjoy stories and activities while visiting the Market. 

 

 

Easter Egg Hunt

 

This year the Kitchener Public Library has teamed up with the Kitchener Market to bring you a “hopping” fun Easter Egg Hunt.  Stories, songs, crafts and a visit from the Easter Bunny await you.  All ages welcome.

 

Saturday, April 3 at 10 am

@ the Kitchener Market

 

 

Getting Ready to Read:  Early Literacy Storytimes

 

Current research on early literacy and brain development shows that it is never too early to prepare children for success as readers.  Learn the six key skills for literacy success by attending our weekly storytimes.  The goal of this program is to empower caregivers to help the children in their lives develop strong early literacy skills, while also having fun with stories, rhymes and songs.

 

Look for the KPL booth on the upper floor.

 

Wednesdays from 11 am to 11:30 am 

April 7 – May 12

@ the Kitchener Market

 

Please call 519-743-0271 ext. 261 to register one week prior to the start of the program.

 

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Twilight Tales & Pool Plunge

 

The whole family is invited to enjoy books, songs, and more during this special 30-minute program at the library. Then put on your bathing suits and jump in the pool!

 

Wednesdays at 7 pm

January 13 - March 3, continuing April 7 - June 2

Forest Heights

 

7:00 pm - 7:30 pm – Twilight Tales Family Storytime  

7:45 pm - 8:45 pm – Pool Plunge (children must be accompanied by an adult in the water)

 

All Ages Welcome.  No registration required.

 

Note: on Wed., May 5 there will be a special Mother's Day Program. See Mother's Day Tea for details.

 

The library storytime is free of charge.  In order to provide your family with proper safety supervision, the cost of the swim, should you choose to participate, is $12 per family/per swim or $5 per person (adult) or $3 per person (child).

 

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See, Sing & Sign

Join author/entertainer Erick Traplin, illustrator Maryam Kafi, and sign-language expert Leslie Lang for the launch of their children’s book Sign and Sing: All Through the Day.  Fun for the whole family!


Saturday, March 13 at 10:30 am
Main Library

See . . . illustrator Maryam Kafi with her canary Apricot!
Sing . . . and dance and play with Erick Traplin!
Sign . . . with Leslie Lang from Little Hands Talking!

Copies of Sign and Sing, and CDs, will be available for purchase!

 

 

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Teen Programs


Please visit the KPL Teens website for a full list of current and upcoming programs & events for teens at the Kitchener Public Library.

 

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Adult Programs

92nd Street Y - Live Via Satellite

Health and Wellness

Active Adults: Mind and Body Fitness

Health Essentials

Artist at Work

Healthy Food Systems Series

Business Information Seminars

Hiking for Everyone, from
Beginner to Pro

Celebrating National Poetry Month

Ideas & Issues

CGA Tax Clinic for Seniors

KPL's Ancestry Library Edition Database Training

Dorothy Shoemaker Literary Awards Contest

KPL Writer's Collective

Dyslexia

Laughter Yoga

En Route

Meet Author Phil Edmonston

Energy $ense

Nifty Greeting Cards

English Conversation Circle

Pathway to Technology

Free Flicks

Settlement Workers at KPL

Freelance Writing

Shrinking Your Hydro Bill

Get a Grip: How to Improve Your Child's Writing Skills

Stairway to the Stars: Buying a Telescope

Get Set to Grow

Women's DIY: Handy Around
the House

Giant Used Book Sale

Working Wednesdays

Guest Artists

Writers' Collective: An Evening Of Readings

 

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LIVE VIA SATELITE!

 

Malcolm Gladwell & Adam Gopnik

 

Two of North America’s most influential writers team up for a free-flowing discussion about the world of ideas.

 

Award-winning journalist Adam Gopnik has been writing for The New Yorker since 1986. He has broadcasted regularly for the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation and wrote the article on American culture for the last two editions of Encyclopedia Britannica. His books include Angels and Ages, Through the Children’s Gate, Paris to the Moon, Americans in Paris and The King in the Window.

 

Malcolm Gladwell has been a staff writer for The New Yorker since 1996. In 2005 he was named one of Time magazine’s 100 Most Influential People. He is the author of The Tipping Point, Blink, and Outliers: The Story of Success, all of which were #1 New York Times best sellers. His most recent book, What the Dog Saw, is a collection of essays.

 

Tuesday, February 16, 2010 at  8:00 pm
Main Library Auditorium

 

 

 

A World in Crisis: What Are Our Moral Obligations?

with Elie Wiesel, 1986 Nobel Peace Prize winner

 

Explore the obligations of humanity, and the Jewish community in particular, in responding to the crises around us – from the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, to the looming threat of a nuclear-armed Iran, an unstable Pakistan and genocide in Africa.

 

Thursday, April 15 at 8 pm

Main Library

 

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Active Adults: Mind and Body Fitness

 

Stretch yourself in new directions!  Older adults (ages 50+) are invited for a morning of fitness at the Forest Heights Pool & Library.  First stop: a gentle 45 minute workout in the pool.  Then, join us at the library for informative topics with fascinating speakers! 

 

Mondays

Forest Heights

 

Pool swim:                    8:30 am – 9:30 am

Refreshments:               9:30 am – 10 am 

Library Presentation:      10 am – 11 am

 

 

April 12 - Flower Arranging

with Marian Tutuianu, owner, Simply Elegant Flowers

 

Feeling the blahs of winter?  Spend a morning immersed in colour and fresh flowers.  Basic design elements will be discussed and put into practice in this demonstration.  

 

 

April 19 - Fly Fishing

with John Burkhardt, certified Fly Fishing Instructor, Natural Sports – The Fishing Store

 

Venture into the great outdoors with an introduction to fly fishing.  Find out what equipment you need and learn how to cast.  John will demonstrate fly tying, and share a few secrets about great local fishing spots.

 

 

April 26 - Senior’s DIY: Basic Home Repairs

with Laura Fleming, Tomboy Tools

 

Learn which tools you need for basic home repairs.  Today’s demonstration will include tips on expert caulking and basic tiling.  Try it yourself in this hands-on program.  You can do it!

 

 

May 3 - Hiking for Everyone, from Beginner to Pro

with Greg Vincent

 

Hiking is a great way to get some exercise and meet like-minded people.  Veteran hiker Greg will discuss local trail clubs, what to bring, foot care and trail safety.  Bring your questions – it’s time to enjoy the outdoors!

 

 

May 10 - Laughter Yoga

with Aliza Weller, Laughter Yoga K-W

 

Laugh away a belly full of stress, using special breathing exercises and movements.  Be prepared to have lots of playful fun!  Bring a towel or yoga mat and dress comfortably. 

 

 

May 17 - Email Etiquette

with Bryan Dunham, Coordinator, KPL Information Technology

 

DID YOU KNOW THAT USING CAPITALS IN EMAIL IS LIKE SHOUTING?  Learn the social rules of email, including subject lines, blind copy and undisclosed recipients. 

 

 

To register for any of the programs listed above and for library and/or pool sessions,

please call 519-743-0644.

 

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Artist at Work

 

Stop to watch these demonstrations for a few moments on the Main Floor!

 

 

February: Quilt Fibre Artist

with Judy Gascho-Jutzi

 

Judy's passion for quilt making comes from a love of colour, fabrics, fibres and sewing. While custom sewing for her interior design business, she started creating unique quilts for charity auctions, which started Judy off on her journey of exploration of the quilt as art. Her time is now spent creating three dimensional landscapes in her own distinctive quilting style. 

 

To view her work, visit http://www.pirak.com/artistbios/judygascho-jutzi.html.

 

Saturday, February 6 from 1 – 3 pm

Main Library

 

Saturday, February 20 from 1 – 3 pm

Main Library

 

 

March: Fibre Artist

with Tamara Robinson

 

Tamara enjoys working with wool, recycled materials and organic fibres.  Her work is inspired by both the natural and magical world.  Random creativity and colour shapes her artistic journey as a mother and an artist.

 

Saturday, March 6 from 1 – 3 pm

Main Library

 

Saturday, March 20 from 1 – 3 pm

Main Library

 

 

April: Yarn Indulgences

with Jennifer Knight

 

Jennifer Knight is an established knitter specializing in natural fibres. Growing up in her mother’s yarn store, she has had a life of yarn!  Jennifer also lived in Italy for 12 years, learning new techniques and knitting with European fibres.  To see Jennifer’s stash, visit www.yarnindulgences.blogspot.com

 

Saturday, April 3 from 1 – 3 pm

Main Library


Saturday, April 17 from 1 – 3 pm

Main Library



May: Kiri-e of Kawagoe

with Mark Yungblut

 

In 2004, Mark was inspired by Yasukuni Okamura in the Japanese art of paper cutting.  Since then, Mark has been creating his own kiri-e, travelling to Japan and creating pieces based on his own photographs. His work has been displayed in Japan, Toronto and Waterloo. 

 

Saturday, May 15 from 1 – 3 pm

Main Library

 

Saturday, May 29 from 1 – 3 pm

Main Library

 

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Business Information Seminars

 

Resume Secrets Revealed

with Stephanie Clark, New Leaf Resumes

 

Does the thought of writing a resume make you cringe?  Renew your confidence and learn which details to keep and which to toss.  The secrets of a successful resume will be revealed by resume strategist Stephanie Clark, who has won several awards for her work.

 

Tuesday, March 2 at 6:30 pm **THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN CANCELLED **

Main Library

 

 

Fraud and Counterfeit Prevention

with the Bank of Canada and the RCMP

 

Concerned about identity theft?  Learn how to avoid becoming a victim in this free, interactive session.  Participants will also learn about the security features on genuine Canadian banknotes and debit card fraud.  Protect yourself through awareness!

 

Tuesday, March 9 at 6:30 pm **THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN CANCELLED **

Main Library

 

 

Transition to Chip Technology

with Interac Association

 

What is chip technology and how does it prevent debit card fraud?  Will all cards eventually move to this technology?  What are the timelines and when will the transition be complete?  How will it affect my business?  Find out the answers to your questions from the experts at Interac.

 

Tuesday, March 16 at 6:30 pm

Main Library

 

Please call 519-743-0271 ext 255 to register.

 

 

Taxation and Your Business

with Terry Delion, Canada Revenue Agency

 

This is the time of year that taxes are top of mind.  Within the context of Canada Revenue Agency expectations, Terry will talk about the importance of keeping complete records so that small business owners can claim all of their entitled deductions.

 

Tuesday, March 23 at 6:30 pm

Main Library

 

Please call 519-743-0271 ext 255 to register.

 

 

Mind-Mapping: Harness the Thunder & Lightening of Your Brainstorms

with Cathy Byrnes, Motivational Speaker, Trainer and Life Coach

 

Learn how to unleash the power of brainstorming with this creativity-catcher.  Discover a revolutionary system of taking notes to tap into your memory, organize yourself, plan new projects, problem solve and more!  This system has already been used by thousands of successful people.  Explore the “swiss army knife” for the brain.  

 

Tuesday, March 30 at 6:30 pm

Main Library

 

Please call 519-743-0271 ext 255 to register.

 

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CGA Tax Clinic for Pensioners

 

Eligible pensioners may register to have their taxes prepared by Certified General Accountants.  This free clinic is for taxpayers with Canadian pension and investment income only, with a total annual household income of $25,000 or less.

 

Saturday, March 20 from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm

Main Library

 

Please Note: All available spots for the tax clinic have been filled. The library is unable to take further registrations at this time.

 

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Celebrating National Poetry Month  

 

An Evening with Bruce Hunter

 

Bruce Hunter was born and raised in Calgary, where he was the eldest in a large family.  In 1970, he received a scholarship to attend the Banff School of Fine Arts to study with W.O. Mitchell.  Later he moved to Toronto to study literature at York University.  Bruce returned to Banff as part of the teaching team under Mitchell and in 2002, he was the Writer-in-Residence at the Banff retreat of the Writers’ Guild of Alberta. 

 

Since 1986, Bruce has been a professor in English and Liberal Studies at Seneca College.  His recent novel, In The Bear's House, received the Banff Mountain Book Festival’s Canadian Rockies Award.  Two O'Clock Creek, Bruce’s current project, represents 30 years of selected poetry.  The London Free Press has called him “the Hank Williams of Canadian fiction” for his insight into Canada’s working class.

 

Thursday, April 15 at 7 pm

Main Library

 

 

KPL Poetry & Spoken Word Open Mike Night

 

Are you a poet or spoken word artist and would like a chance to share your talents? Then sign up for our Open Mike session.

 

Guidelines

  • The Open Mike Performance Night is intended to give people a chance to share their talents with an audience. There will be a prize for the best performer, as judged by the audience.

  • All participants should select work to be performed with regard to the fact that the Library Lounge is a family friendly performance space.

  • The number of performers will affect the amount of poems/spoken word performances that may be performed by any one person.   Two or three works, or a maximum of 5 minutes, per person is possible. 

  • The winners for the evening will be judged by audience ballot.   So bring lots of friends with you. You may win!

Thursday, April 22 at 7 pm

Main Library 

 

If you wish to participate, please register by Tuesday, April 6 at sbauman@kpl.org  or by calling 519-743-0271 ext 255.

 

 

An Evening with Daniel Kolos

 

Daniel Kolos worked for many years as an Egyptologist, but in 1988 decided to shift directions and focus on his writing.  He moved to an organic sheep farm near Owen Sound and published his first volume of poetry, Slipped Out.  In 2007, he published a second collection of poetry, From One Child to Another

 

Daniel’s work has also appeared in numerous poetry magazines and anthologies, including Quills, The Canadian Poetry Magazine and The Poetry Tribe Review Anthology.  He is a member of Highway 4 Writers, Words Aloud Poetry Collective, the Ontario Poetry Society and the League of Canadian Poets.

 

Wednesday, May 12 at 7:15 pm

Pioneer Park

 

The Kitchener Public Library gratefully acknowledges the support of the League of Canadian Poets for these two readings.

 

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Dorothy Shoemaker Literary Awards Contest

 

Each year the Kitchener Public Library hosts the Dorothy Shoemaker Literary Awards Contest.  This long-standing contest began in 1967 as a Centennial project and has continued due to an endowment made by Dorothy Shoemaker, Chief Librarian at KPL from 1944 to 1971.

 

Prose and poetry submissions are received from aspiring writers across Ontario, in adult and youth divisions.  Winners receive cash prizes, as well as publication in The Changing Image.  Guest judges from the literary community select the winners, and the winning entries are read at a special awards ceremony.

 

This year, the Dorothy Shoemaker Literary Awards Contest will commence in the fall of 2010.  Writers are encouraged to watch for full contest details in the Sept/Oct/Nov issue of In Touch or at www.kpl.org

 

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Dyslexia

with Sharon Roberts, licensed Davis™ Dyslexia Correction, Facilitator

 

While struggling to find solutions to her own son’s learning needs, Sharon discovered that many families faced similar problems. Finally, she found the book The Gift of Dyslexia.  It spoke of the “gift” side, and the reason why this gift could interrupt academic success.  Sharon will introduce you to a new, revolutionary method to correct learning disabilities: dyslexia, ADD and ADHD.

 

Saturday, April 17 at 10:30 am

Country Hills

 

Please call 519-743-3558 to register. 

 

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En Route

 

New York & New Orleans: From Wall Street to Old South

with John Swatridge, Verstraete Travel

 

Two great cities, two great destinations, one BIG contrast!  New York is extremely cosmopolitan, with ultramodern architecture, world-class museums and a bustling excess of energy.    In contrast, New Orleans is very laid back, with colonial plantations, French patois, voodoo and hot jazz.  

 

Tuesday, February 16 at 7 pm

Forest Heights

 

 

Nova Scotia: A Fiddler’s Paradise 

with Barbara Naylor

 

Where the salt of the earth meets the salt of the sea… Barbara kayaked the shores of Nova Scotia, then cycled into Lunenburg and hiked the highlands of Cape Breton Island.  There she met the Acadians, who always return home, no matter where life takes them.  Folk songs, rugged fiords and bucolic farmlands were some of the many contrasts of this idyllic destination.

 

Thursday, Feb. 25 at 7 pm

Grand River Stanley Park

 

 

Newfoundland & Chicago

with John Swatridge, Verstraete Travel

 

Newfoundland, with its rugged natural beauty and unique outport culture, is a great place to see whales, puffins and icebergs.  Find out why Newfoundlanders have always found it so hard to leave!  In contrast, Chicago is urbane and worldly, with skyscrapers and museums that rival Manhattan.   With a gorgeous park system along the lake, soulful blues and deep-dish pizza, Chicago is a cosmopolitan adventure.

 

Tuesday, March 9 at 7 pm

Grand River Stanley Park

 

 

A Walking Tour of Wales

with Greg and Jeanette Vincent

 

Grab your boots and hike along the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path in Wales, where the coastal scenery is absolutely stunning!  Next, head to the Preseli Hills and search for the blue rocks used in Stone Henge.  Pay homage to a neolithic burial chamber, the 4500 year old dolmen at Pentre Ifan.  And finally, head to St. David’s, where Pope Calixtus II declared that three pilgrimages to St. David’s were equal to a trip to Jerusalem.   

 

Monday,  April 26 at 7 pm

Main Library

 

 

Ireland's County Clare

with Greg Vincent

 

Take a walking holiday in The Burren, a series of unique limestone hills, described by Oliver Cromwell as "not enough wood to hang a man, not enough water to drown a man and not enough soil to bury a man."  There are wonderful vistas of the sea in Galloway Bay and Doolin is a hotbed of traditional music.  If you’re interested in hiking Ireland, Greg has set his boots in County Kerry, County Antrin, the Giant's Causeway, County Donegal, and Connemara.  He also has some tips on enjoying Dublin and Belfast.

 

Monday, May 3 at 7:15 pm

Pioneer Park

 

 

Turkey’s Istanbul & Cappadocia

with Anas Rana, Off the Map Adventures

 

Istanbul is a city on the crossroads, straddling both Europe and Asia. Explore its elaborate monuments, like the Blue Mosque and the Haga Sofia.  Cappadocia’s Göreme Open Air Museum has stunning medieval church scenes, painted in caves by monks.  This region is renowned for its rich history and unique geology, where ancient underground cities have been carved out of volcanic rock.

 

Wednesday, May 5 at 7:15 pm

Pioneer Park

 

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Energy $ense

 

Shrinking your Hydro Bill

with Community Renewable Energy Waterloo (CREW)

 

You can save up to 25% on your electricity bills with insider knowledge.  Join CREW to learn how to use the Power $aving Network’s Electricity Self-Audit kit, now available for loan at public libraries across Waterloo Region.  Small steps can save you money for your home, small business or church. 

 

There will be information displays available, and a chance to win energy-saving door prizes.

 

Thursday, March 4 at 6:30 pm

Main Library

 

 

Energy Saving Renovation Workshops

with Glenn Schmidt, Certified Energy Advisor & Graham Whiting, architect with Whiting Design

 

Do you want to reduce your energy bills?  Considering renovations?  REEP invites you to attend this free series on do-it-yourself home improvements.  Join Glenn to learn about cost savings, proper technique, avoiding pitfalls and what to look for in a contractor.

 

Wednesdays at 7 pm
Grand River Stanley Park

 

Mar. 17: Introduction to home energy efficiency, energy evaluations and electrical savings

Mar 24:  Energy efficiency improvements to attic, main walls, windows and doors

Mar 31:  Basement renovations and air leakage

Apr 7:   Appropriate ventilation and furnace upgrades

Apr 14:  Insulating and preserving heritage homes  NEW TOPIC!

Apr 21:  Solar, other green technology for homes and green renovation materials  NEW TOPIC!

 

Please call 519-896-1736 to register for the workshops you would like to attend.

 

Learn about REEP at www.reepwaterlooregion.ca

 

The Residential Energy Efficiency Project (REEP) is able to offer these workshops to our community thanks to funding from our local utility partner Kitchener-Wilmot Hydro.

 

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English Conversation Circle

In partnership with YMCA Cross Cultural & Community Services 

 

Are you a recent immigrant to Canada? Have you been in Canada for some time, but feel your English needs improvement? Would you like to practice speaking English with others?  Join us to improve your English language speaking skills in this informal, group setting where you can practice with others and receive help from the volunteers that lead the group.  

 

Tuesdays at 7:00 pm
Main Library, Lower Level

 

No registration is necessary. Please phone 519-743-0271 ext. 253 if you would like further information.

 

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Free Flicks

 

Big screen, comfy seats, unbeatable price!

 

Whether you missed the movie in the theatre the first time, or it's worth seeing again, join us in our 200 seat Auditorium for a big screen experience. Movies are selected based on suggestions or various themes.

 

D’Lish Café is now open!  Enjoy a treat while watching the movie.

 

 

Free Flicks
Saturdays at 1:30 pm - Main Library

 

February: Modern Love

February 6

Paper Heart (88 min) Rated PG Synopsis

 

Paper Heart

 

Charlyne embarks on a quest across America to make a documentary about the one subject she doesn't fully understand: Love. Weaving together reality and fantasy, Paper Heart combines elements of documentary and traditional storytelling to bring a fresh perspective to the modern romance.


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February 13

500 Days of Summer (95 min) Rated PG Synopsis

 

500 Days of Summer

 

In this quirky romantic comedy about love and fate, a young greeting card writer is searching for the girl of his dreams ... and his new co-worker, Summer Finn, may just be “the one.” But the 500 days of their offbeat relationship reveal that the road to happiness can be unpredictable, uncontrollable—and unbelievably funny.


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February 20

-- No Movie --

February 27

Kissing Jessica Stein (96 min) Rated 14A Synopsis

 

Kissing Jessica Stein

 

Fed up with her fruitless search for "Mr. Right" and tired of blind dates from hell, attractive journalist Jessica Stein whimsically responds to a classified ad - from Helen. Making and breaking new rules of dating as they go, the two women muddle through an earnest but hilarious courtship that blurs the lines between friendship and romantic love.


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March: International Women's Day - Female Directors

March 6

Whip It (111 min) GSynopsis

 

Whip It

 

Actress Drew Barrymore makes her directorial debut with Whip It!, the story of an ex-beauty pageant contestant named Bliss (played by Juno's Ellen Page) who leaves her crowns behind after joining a roller-derby team. While her mother would prefer that Bliss unlace her skates and step back before the judges, the rebellious teen instead seeks the wisdom of rowdy mentor Malice in Wonderland (Kristen Wiig) in learning the tricks of the circuit track. The Mandate Pictures production was written by roller derby star-turned-screenwriter Shauna Cross.


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March 13

Bright Star (119 min) PG Synopsis

 

Bright Star

 

Director Jane Campion's literary biopic tells the true story of Fanny Brawne (Abbie Cornish), a 23-year-old Londoner in 1818 whose independent streak manifests itself through an intense interest and love for fashion and dressmaking. Her neighbor, the struggling but gifted young poet John Keats (Ben Whishaw), underestimates her intelligence because he believes she's frivolous, and she, having no interest in literature, seems thoroughly disinterested in him. However, Fanny attempts to help the Keats family when John's brother becomes gravely ill, and in order to express his gratitude John agrees to teach her poetry -- leading Fanny and John to quickly fall deeply and profoundly in love.


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March 20

Wendy and Lucy (80 min) 14A Synopsis

 

Wendy and Lucy

 

Old Joy director Kelly Reichardt crafts this intimate tale of Wendy, an alienated Indiana woman who packs up her car and - accompanied by her mutt, Lucy - sets her sights on Alaska. When her car breaks down in Oregon, it sets off a chain reaction that quickly brings Wendy to a state of isolation and despair. Featuring a luminous performance from Michelle Williams, Wendy and Lucy explores sympathy and generosity at the edges of American life, revealing the limits of compassion and duty in the context of harsh financial times.


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March 27

The Hurt Locker (131 min) 14A Synopsis

 

The Hurt Locker

 

Based on the personal wartime experiences of journalist Mark Boal (who adapted his experiences with a bomb squad into a fact-based, yet fictional story), director Kathryn Bigelow's Iraq War-set action thriller presents the conflict in the Middle East from the perspective of those who witnessed the fighting firsthand -- the soldiers. As an elite Army Explosive Ordnance Disposal team tactfully navigates the streets of present-day Iraq, they face the constant threat of death from incoming bombs and sharp-shooting snipers. In Baghdad, roadside bombs are a common danger. The Army is working to make the city a safer place for Americans and Iraqis, so when it comes to dismantling IEDs (improvised explosive devices) the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) crew is always on their game. But protecting the public isn't easy when there's no room for error, and every second spent dismantling a bomb is another second spent flirting with death. Now, as three fearless bomb technicians take on the most dangerous job in Baghdad, it's only a matter of time before one of them gets sent to "the hurt locker." Jeremy Renner, Guy Pearce, and Ralph Fiennes star.


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April: Take Action For Earth Day

April 3

Waterlife (109 min) G Synopsis

 

Waterlife

 

Waterlife follows the cascade of the Great Lakes from Lake Superior to the Atlantic Ocean, telling the story of the last huge supply of fresh water on Earth. Filled with fascinating characters and stunning imagery, Waterlife is a cinematic poem about the beauty of water and the dangers of taking it for granted.


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April 10

Manufactured Landscapes (90 min) G Synopsis

 

Manufactured Landscapes

 

Documentarian Jennifer Baichwal's latest film, Manufactured Landscapes, provides a thought-provoking investigation of photographer Edward Burtynsky's legacy, with its aesthetic studies of industrial landscapes. But the film probes deeper than a mere surface-level glimpse of Burtynsky's life and work: it uses the topic of Burtynsky as a springboard, segueing, from there, into a protracted exploration of "the aesthetic, social and spiritual dimensions of industrialization and globalization." In the process, the film raises some significant and sobering questions about the impact that we, as humans, make on our environment.


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April 17

The Garden (80 min) Not Rated Synopsis

 

The Garden

 

In the aftermath of the 1992 L.A. riots, something truly remarkable happened at the intersection of 41st Street and Alameda Avenue thanks to an uncharacteristically charitable move by the city government; where once existed a barren field littered with garbage and syringes suddenly appeared a 14-acre community garden. Dubbed the South Central Farm, the produce garden soon began yielding fresh lettuce, ripe tomatoes, and sweet papayas. Now the local farmers could enjoy their own crops rather than relying on food stamps for subsistence. Not only that, but it also replaced a scene of urban blight with a scene of unusual beauty. For over a decade, the South Central Farm thrived, though in December of 2003 it appeared that the days of this inner-city oasis may be numbered. As the farmers receive eviction notices and bulldozers prepare to level the garden to make room for warehouses, filmmaker Scott Hamilton Kennedy documents the two-and-a-half-year court battle to save the South Central Farm.


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April 24

The Cove (91 min) PG Synopsis

 

The Cove

 

Warning: contains graphic images which may be disturbing to some viewers.

 

In the 1960s, Richard O'Barry enjoyed a lucrative career as a specialized animal trainer; he captured the five dolphins that were used in the popular television series Flipper, and taught them the tricks and special commands they used on the show. Four decades later, O'Barry has renounced his former life as a trainer and become an animal rights activist, speaking out against the hunting of aquatic mammals and keeping them in captivity. O'Barry is not welcome in Taiji, a town along the Japanese coast where hunting dolphins is a major part of the local economy, but he and a group of activist filmmakers made their way into the city as well as the carefully guarded harbor in hopes of documenting the abuse of dolphins by fisherman and the poisoning of the waters that has taken a toll on the marine ecology. O'Barry and his colleagues captured some beautiful underwater footage as well as shocking images of how the town's fisherman have sullied the dolphins and their habitat.


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May: Tissues & Tearjerkers

May 1

My Sister's Keeper (109 min) 14A Synopsis

 

My Sister's Keeper

 

Sara (Cameron Diaz) and Brian (Jason Patric) are coasting through life with their young son and daughter when tragedy threatens to tear the family apart. Suddenly, their baby girl falls ill, and her only hope for survival rests in her parents' ability to find a compatible bone marrow donor. Desperate to save their daughter's life at any cost, Sara and Brian conceive another child in hopes that the baby will be a genetic match. But that decision raises a series of moral and ethical questions that rapidly begin to erode the foundation of the once-happy couple's relationship. Incensed upon learning that she was brought into this world for the singular purpose of prolonging the life of her ailing older sister, the young girl (Abigail Breslin) ultimately decides to sue her parents for the rights to her own body.


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May 8

Life Is Beautiful (116 min) PG Synopsis

 

Life Is Beautiful

 

Famed Italian actor Roberto Benigni portrays Guido, who moves during the 1930s from the countryside to a Tuscan town, where he is entranced by schoolteacher Dora (Nicoletta Braschi, Benigni's real-life wife). Leaping ahead to five years later, during WWII, Guido and Dora are married and have a son Giosue (Giorgio Cantarini). After they are imprisoned in a concentration camp, Guido goes to elaborate lengths to keep his son from understanding the truth of their situation. In an effort to shield the boy from the horrors of their imprisonment, Guido tells him that they are competing with others to win an armored tank - so everything from food shortages to tattoos is explained as necessary for participation in the contest.


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May 15

The Diving Bell and the Butterfly (112 min) PG Synopsis

 

The Diving Bell and the Butterfly

 

The astonishing true-life story of Jean-Dominic Bauby - a man who held the world in his palm, lost everything to sudden paralysis at 43 years old, and somehow found the strength to rebound - first touched the world in Bauby's best-selling autobiography The Diving Bell and the Butterfly (aka La Scaphandre et la Papillon). Presented in cinematic fashion by director Julian Schnable, this Cannes-selected film follows Bauby's story to the letter: his instantaneous descent from a wealthy and congenial playboy and the editor of French Elle, to a bed-bound, hospitalized stroke victim with an inactive brain stem that made it impossible for him to speak or move a muscle of his body. Because of Bauby's physical restriction, he only possessed one channel for communication with the outside world: ocular activity. By moving his eyes and blinking, he not only began to interact again with the world around him, and - astonishingly - authored his memoir via a code used to signify specific letters of the alphabet.


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May 22

The Boys Are Back (104 min) PG Synopsis

 

The Boys Are Back

 

A quick witted rogue with a talent for covering sports, Joe Warr (Clive Owen) never took life seriously - until the day his beloved wife died in the blink of an eye. But while Joe is absolutely overwhelmed with grief after losing his spirited soul mate, his six year old son Artie (Nicholas McAnulty) is taking it even harder. Artie can't accept his mother's passing, and his troubling means of expressing his grief are only serving to make a bad situation worse. Suddenly, into the chaos of Joe and Artie's lives wanders rebellious teenager named Harry (George MacKay). Harry is Joe's son from a previous marriage, and he's come from England to live with his father and step-brother. Upon realizing that he's neither emotionally prepared nor equipped to take on the responsibility of being a single parent, Joe decides to throw the rules out the window and "just say yes" to every question his sons pose. The result is a household that's full of jubilance and energy, but constantly on the verge of calamity. Somehow, in the midst of all the chaos, something incredible happens; the bereaved father and his two sons find the courage to move past their grief, and rediscover the joy of living.


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May 29

Precious (109 min) 14A Synopsis

 

Precious: Based on the novel 'Push' by Sapphire

 

An overweight, illiterate African-American teen from Harlem discovers an alternate path in life after she begins attending a new school. Clareece "Precious" Jones is only a teenager, yet she's about to give birth to her second child. Unable to read or write, Clareece shows little prospect for the future until discovering that she has been accepted into an alternative school. There, with a little help from a sympathetic teacher (Paula Patton) and a kindly nurse (Lenny Kravitiz), the young girl receives something that most teens never get: a chance to start over.


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Freelance Writing

with members of the Professional Writers Association of Canada

 

Bring your questions about freelance writing to our panel of professional writers.  Learn more about where to find markets, how to build a client base through networking, manage tight deadlines and more.  See why freelancing can be a rewarding – and flexible – career choice. 

 

Tuesday, March 23 at 7 pm

Forest Heights

 

Please call the library at 519-743-0644 to register.

 

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Get a Grip: How to Improve Your Child’s Printing Skills

with Christine Rupert, Occupational Therapist B.Sc.O.T.Reg. (Ont)

 

Does your child have difficulty using scissors or holding a pencil?  This workshop is for parents of children from pre-school to grade 3.  Learn more about the development of fine motor coordination, as well as tools and activities to promote both upper extremity strengthening and hand coordination.

 

Tuesday, April 20 at 7 pm

Grand River Stanley Park

 

Please call 519-896-1736 to register.

 

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Get Set to Grow 

These programs are a partnership between the Kitchener Horticultural Society and the KPL.

 

Seedy Saturday 

with local speakers and the Kitchener Master Gardeners

 

A variety of speakers will cover everything you need to know about seeds: from planting, to healthy seedlings and later collecting your own seeds.  Bring along seeds to swap, or purchase seeds from local vendors, attend free workshops and see displays from community groups.  Wares will include heritage varieties.  Master Gardeners will also be available to answer your questions and there will be displays from local community groups about their activities. 

 

Saturday, February 20 from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm 
Main Library – Lower Floor


Workshops:

9:45
   How to grow Great Garlic with Warren Ham
9:45   Healthy Lawn Care with Helen Gordon
11:00 Propagating Wild Plants with Paul Morris
11:00 Growing Asparagus with Erik Landry
12:15 Adopt a Seed Project with Bob Wildfong
12:15 Growing your own Vegetables with Helen Gordon
1:30   Maintenance of Seedlings with Maryanne Weiler
1:30   Low Water Landscaping with Mary Ann Gilhuly

 

 

 

Home & Garden Landscaping

with Ken Nentwig, Landscape Architect and College Professor, School of Horticulture, University of Guelph, Ridgetown Campus

 

Ken is currently the President of the Kitchener Horticultural Society and was a Supervisor at Rockway Gardens.  Using his academic expertise and extensive practical knowledge, Ken will discuss the basics of good garden design.

 

Tuesday, March 9 at 7 pm

Main Library

 

This program is a partnership between the Kitchener Horticultural Society and the KPL.

 

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Giant Used Book Sale

 

Spring is here and we’re cleaning house!   If you’re looking for great reads at great prices, then don't miss our giant spring used book sale.  We've got terrific deals on quality used books – only $1 each for hardcovers and 25 cents for paperbacks.  With our special price for bulk purchases, you can buy an entire bookbag full of used books and save!

 

The sale takes place all weekend long at the Main Library.  Come early and get the best pick of the stock.

 

Saturday, May 15 from 9 am to 5 pm

Main Library, Lower Floor

 

Sunday, May 16 from 1 pm to 4 pm

Main Library, Lower Floor

 

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Guest Artist Programs

 

(located in the Main Library lower concourse gallery)

Click here to download our Guest Artist application form

 

February

Cynthia Fischer: Watercolour & Acrylics

 

Cynthia works primarily in watercolour, but also enjoys the versatility and vibrancy of fluid acrylics. She is best known for her florals, but also portrays landscapes, architecture and mixed-media abstracts. She began painting in 1997 at the Haliburton School of the Arts and has since studied with many talented Canadian artists, including Marta Scythes, Jack Reid and Laura Urquhart. Her first solo show, Cead Mile Failte, was inspired by a trip to Northern Ireland.

 

Exhibit:

February 1 – 26

Main Library Concourse Gallery

 

Opening Reception:

Tuesday, February 9, at 7 pm

Main Library

 

 

March

Sina Kafi: Observations

 

Sina’s photographs convey the small nuances of life. He strives to evoke a particular feeling in the viewer that awakens a new understanding of themselves; feelings that are sparked by the photograph, but owned by the viewer.  For Sina, photography is a meditation on life. 

 

Exhibit:

March 1 – 26

Main Library Concourse Gallery

 

Opening Reception:

Sunday, March 14, at 2 pm

Main Library

 

 

April

KPL Photography Contest Exhibition

 

View the winning photographs from KPL’s 4th annual Photography Contest, in partnership with The Waterloo Region Record.  For those who entered, see your own photograph displayed in our series of albums. 

 

Exhibit:

April 1 – 29

Main Library Concourse Gallery

 

Awards Ceremony:

Wednesday, April 7 at 7 pm

Main Library

 

Framing of all winning prints courtesy of Frames Plus.

 

 

May

Mark Yungblut: Kiri-e of Kawagoe

 

In 2004, Mark was inspired by Yasukuni Okamura in the Japanese art of paper cutting.  Since then, Mark has been creating his own kiri-e, travelling to Japan and creating pieces based on his own photographs. His work has been displayed in Japan, Toronto and Waterloo. 

 

Exhibit:

May 1 – 26

Main Library

 

Opening Reception:

Saturday, May 1st at 2 pm

Main Library

 

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Health and Wellness

 

Skin Cancer Prevention and Screening

with Dr. Theresa Chow, MB BS University of Hong Kong, DDS University of Wales

 

Dr. Chow will discuss the causes of skin cancer and how ultraviolet radiation damages your skin.  She will identify skin changes to look for and how to safely protect yourself from the sun.  She will also review current medical screening guidelines. 

 

Wednesday, March 3 at 7 pm

Displays at 6:30 pm

Main Library

Brought to you by the Cancer Prevention and Early Detection Network

 

 

Bone Appetit: Virtual Education Forum on Nutrition & Osteoporosis

with Dieticians Wendy Borody and Anna Pohorecky

 

Nutrition and healthy eating habits play a very important role in maintaining strong bones for people living with osteoporosis.  This virtual presentation will offer valuable information about the foods that help to optimize bone health and strength.  Dieticians Wendy and Anna will also share tasty, calcium-rich recipes along with tips on calculating and maintaining your daily intake of essential nutrients.

 

Thursday, March 4  from 1:30 – 3 pm

Doors open at 1 pm

Main Library

 

To register, please contact Tasha Williams, Program Coordinator of Client Services, at 1-800-463-6842 ext. 224.  Please RSVP by February 24, 2010.

 

 

Anxiety

with Dr. Wilma Stern-Cavalcante, PhD, University of Waterloo

 

Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the U.S. and Canada.  According to the Anxiety Disorders Association of America, anxiety disorders affect 40 million adults in the United States age 18 and older.  Join Dr. Wilma Stern-Cavalcante, registered psychologist, for an informal talk on Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Social Anxiety, Panic Attacks and more.  Learn what resources are available to those affected by anxiety to live a more fulfilling life.

 

Monday, March 22 at 7 pm

Main Library

 

Please call 519-743-0271 ext. 255 to register.  

 

 

Colon Cancer: What You Should Know

with Sophie Wilson, MD, CCFP, Regional Primary Care Lead, Waterloo Wellington Regional Cancer Program and Lori Temple, BA, B.Ed, Regional Coordinator, Integrated Screening Programs, Waterloo Wellington Regional Cancer Program

 

How common is colorectal cancer?  Come and learn more about this disease.  Recognize the signs and symptoms and learn how you can protect yourself.   Dr. Wilson and Lori will discuss screening for colorectal cancer and the ColonCancerCheck Program.

 

Tuesday, March 30 at 7 pm

Displays at 6:30 pm

Main Library

 

Brought to you by the Cancer Prevention and Early Detection Network

 

 

World Autism Awareness Day Event

Understanding the Language of Pain: Responding with Compassion

with Felicia C. Jervis, B.Ed, MSW, RSW

 

Some children and adults with autism express their pain through troubling actions like anger, self-harm, despondency and withdrawal. By responding with wisdom and compassion, we can help alleviate suffering and open the door of hope within our families, schools, workplaces and communities. Practices like peaceful presence, deep listening and power sensitive dialogue will be discussed and many practical suggestions will be offered. 

 

Wednesday, March 31 at 7 pm

Main Library

 

This event has been co-ordinated by Waterloo Wellington Autism Services to commemorate World Autism Awareness Day on April 2, and to highlight KPL’s distinctive Autism Collection.

 

 

Rehabilitation Yoga Program

with Jayne Hembruff, BSc, OYA- R, HRPA member, Inspired Health and Wellness

 

Experiencing pain or a lack of mobility due to pain, injury or surgery? Find out how rehabilitation yoga can help you to regain optimal health, be pain-free and acquire a full range of movement, allowing you to return to your normal day-to-day life activities and work.

 

Tuesday, April 6 at 7:15 pm

Pioneer Park

 

Please call 519-748-2740 to register.  Please bring a towel or yoga mat and dress comfortably.

 

 

Anxiety

with Dr. Wilma Stern-Cavalcante, PhD, University of Waterloo

 

Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the U.S. and Canada.  According to the Anxiety Disorders Association of America, anxiety disorders affect 40 million adults in the United States age 18 and older.  Join Dr. Wilma Stern-Cavalcante, registered psychologist, for an informal talk on Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Social Anxiety, Panic Attacks and more.  Learn what resources are available to those affected by anxiety to live a more fulfilling life.

 

Monday, April 19 at 7:15 pm

Pioneer Park

 

Please call 519-748-2740 to register.

 

 

Is There a Genetic Link Between the Thyroid and Breast Cancer?

with Dr. Shereen Ezzat MD, FRCP(C),FACP, Endocrinologist

 

Have you experienced both diseases and wondered if the two are connected?  Dr. Shereen Ezzat will provide her expert opinion on the subject.  Dr. Ezzat is a Professor of Medicine & Oncology, University of Toronto; Head of Endocrine Oncology Site Group, Princess Margaret Hospital; Director, Freeman Centre for Endocrine Oncology, Mount Sinai Hospital; and Senior Scientist, Ontario Cancer Institute, University of Toronto.

 

Saturday, April 24 at 11 am

Displays and meeting at 10:30 am

Main Library

 

Brought to you by the K-W Chapter of the Thyroid Foundation of Canada

 

 

Yoga for the Mind

with Jayne Hembruff, BSc, OYA-R, HRPA member, Inspired Health and Wellness

 

Did you know approximately 1 in 10 Canadians will be affected by anxiety and or a mood disorder? According to Health Canada, mood disorders continue to be Canada's fastest-rising diagnosis.  Since 2006, Jayne has taught specialized yoga classes for private clients, groups, research programs and People in Motion.  Yoga can help to reduce anxiety and improve both physical and mental strength.  Come learn specific yoga techniques that target mental health.

 

Tuesday, May 4 at 7 pm

Country Hills

 

Please call 519-743-3558 to register. Please bring a towel or yoga mat and dress comfortably.

 

 

Stress Management

with Dr. Wilma Stern-Cavalcante, PhD, University of Waterloo 

 

All of us experience stress each and every day.  Stress can be positive, like getting married, or negative, like losing your job.  An overload of stress can be harmful to your health and wellbeing.  Join Dr. Wilma Stern-Cavalcante to learn how to cope with stress in your daily life.

 

Tuesday, May 18 at 7 pm

Grand River Stanley Park

 

Please call 519-896-1736 to register.

 

 

Multicultural Prenatal Health Fair

with Region of Waterloo Public Health      

 

Workshops on healthy pregnancy will be offered in English, Mandarin, Spanish and Arabic. Many other languages will be offered by volunteer interpreters.  Phone to ask if we have your language.  This fair offers displays and resources for those who are planning a pregnancy in the future, pregnant parents and new parents.   You can also view videos, enjoy a snack and win door prizes.

 

Thursday, May 27

5 pm – 8 pm

Main Library

 

For more information call 519-883-2308 or visit www.region.waterloo.on.ca/ph

 

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Health Essentials

 

Foundations of Optimal Health

With Dr. Michael Reid, ND & Dr. Som Thammasouk, ND

 

Are you satisfied with the overall state of your health?  If you’re tired of feeling sick and worn out, then this presentation is for you.  Learn about the stress connection and its effects on work/life balance.  Find out how to incorporate healthy nutrition step-by-step and identify food sensitivities.  Discover what nutrients you may be missing and whether supplements make a difference.  Make 2010 a year of optimal health!

 

Wednesday, February 17 at 7 pm

Grand River Stanley Park

 

Please call 519-896-1736 to register.

 

 

Optimizing Your Mood: Treating Depression, Anxiety & Mood Disorders Naturally

with Dr. Michael Reid, ND and Dr. Som Thammasouk, ND

 

Mood disorders are one of the most common conditions primary care providers face in their offices. More and more patients are turning towards alternative solutions.  This seminar will cover causes and treatments for various mood disorders that Dr. Reid and Dr. Thammasouk have seen clinically effective for many of their patients.

 

Wednesday, March 10 at 7:15 pm

Pioneer Park

 

Please call 519-748-2740 to register.

 

 

Natural Fertility

with Dr. Michael Reid, ND and Dr. Som Thammasouk, ND

 

Scientific research shows that women who receive acupuncture in combination with fertility treatments are more likely to conceive.  Join Dr. Reid & Dr. Thammasouk to learn about naturopathic approaches to help you conceive.  They will discuss diet and fertility, optimizing your hormonal health, acupuncture, stress reduction and natural supplements. 

 

Wednesday, April 14 at 7 pm

Country Hills

 

Please call 519-743-3558 to register.

 

 

Hormones: What You Need to Know

with Dr. Michael Reid, ND and Dr. Som Thammasouk, ND

 

Hormone imbalance can affect every system in the body, including your weight, cardiovascular system, digestive health and blood sugar.  Energy level and mood swings can also be affected.  Learn how to keep your hormones in balance using safe and natural methods.

 

Wednesday, May 19 at 7 pm

Forest Heights

 

Please call the library at 519-743-0644 to register.

 

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Healthy Food Systems Series

hosted by The Waterloo Region Food System Round Table

 

 

Gravel Pits: A Threat to the Future of FoodWaterloo Region Food System Roundtable

hosted by the Waterloo Region Food System Roundtable

 

Over 7,000 acres of the best potato land in Dufferin County has been purchased by a company wanting to mine aggregates.  Across the province, existing provincial and municipal policies do little to prevent the conversion of prime agricultural land to gravel pits.  What threats are we facing in our area?  Local farmers and activists will discuss their concerns about food production and identify ways to take action.

 

Tuesday, February 23 at 7 pm

Main Library

 

 

Edible Cities: Can Urban Agriculture Feed Us All?

Hosted by the Waterloo Region Food System Roundtable

 

Join us for an informative session on urban agriculture, including green roofs, community gardens, SPIN (small-plot, intensive) farming, urban homesteading, urban forests and wild harvesting.  We will explore how urban agriculture can help create sustainable cities.

 

Monday, March 29 at 7 pm

Main Library

 

 

Walkable Local Foods:  Food Buying Clubs

Hosted by the Waterloo Region Food System Roundtable

 

Tired of driving to purchase local foods?  Convenience may be right around the corner… Uptown Waterloo has a food buying club that makes eating local easy and fun for its 500 members.  Find out how to set up a local food buying club in your neighbourhood.

 

Tuesday, April 27 at 7 pm

Main Library

 

 

Food waste: Garbage or Resource?

Hosted by the Waterloo Region Food System Roundtable

 

Food waste and packaging represent a large percentage of the space in our landfills.  However, this percentage can be dramatically reduced through composting and redesigned packaging.  Join a waste management professional and a local organic farmer to find out how you can participate in this community challenge.

 

Tuesday, May 25 at 7pm

Grand River Stanley Park

 

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Hiking for Everyone, from Beginner to Pro

with Greg and Jeanette Vincent

 

Hiking is a great way to get some exercise, enjoy nature and meet like-minded people.  Veteran hikers Jeanette and Greg will discuss where to go, what to bring, foot care and trail safety.  They’ll also talk about local trail clubs and organized hikes.  Jeanette and Greg have also enjoyed many walking holidays abroad.  Bring your questions – it’s time to enjoy the outdoors!

 

Monday, April 12 at 7 pm

Country Hills

 

Please call 519-743-3558 to register.

 

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Ideas & Issues

 

Join us every Monday for a 50-minute lecture on current events and topics from the fields of political and social sciences, history and the arts.  Faculty from both the University of Waterloo and Wilfrid Laurier University participate in this long running series.  Spend your lunch hour being introduced to a new topic or expand your understanding on something familiar. 

 

Mondays at 12:00 noon

Main Library

 

D’Lish Café is now open!  Enjoy a treat while attending this program.

 

February 22

Amazing Languages: Defending the World’s Linguistic Ecology

François Paré, French Department, UW

 

March 1

Religion and Technology
Dr. Richard Walker, Department of Religion and Culture, WLU

 

March 8

Approaches to Peace in a Global and Cross-Cultural Context
Nathan Funk, Peace & Conflict Studies, Conrad Grebel University College, UW

 

March 15

Post Olympic Analysis
Dr. Stephen Wenn, Department of Kinesiology & Physical Education, WLU

 

March 22

*** CANCELLED ***

 

March 29

As Time Goes By: The Representation of Memory in Film

Dr. Russell Kilbourn, Department of English & Film Studies, WLU

 

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KPL’s Ancestry Library Edition Database Training

with Karen Ball-Pyatt, KPL Local History Librarian

 

Who will you find? Learn tips and tricks for searching the genealogy database, Ancestry Library Edition, from KPL's Local History Librarian. ALE is a powerful and rich research tool, containing over 4 billion names in over 4,000 databases covering the Canada, the UK, US and Europe. Each session includes a brief presentation and time to search the databases.

 

Thursday, February 18 at 2:00 pm

Main Library

 

Wednesday March 10 at 7:00 pm

Main Library

 

Please call the library at 519-743-0271 ext 255 to register. 

 

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KPL’s Writers’ Collective


Looking for a local writer’s group?  Want to share with and support other writers?  The Kitchener Public Library has a writer’s group just for you.  This program is participant-driven and provides the opportunity to meet, share experiences (good and bad), works in progress, talk shop, recharge and revitalize your writing commitment.

 

Meetings are held the fourth Monday of each month. Invitations to participate are extended twice a year.

 

Registration for the Collective is currently FULL.

 

For questions about this program, or to join, please call 519-743-0271 ext. 254.

 

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Laughter Yoga

with  Aliza Weller, Laughter Yoga K-W

 

This fun, interactive workshop will introduce you to the health and wellness practice of Laughter Yoga!  Learn behind how laughter improves your health, your ability to problem-solve and to experience and share happiness.  Then participate in a Laughter Yoga session!  Join Aliza Weller to learn how people in over 60 countries are using laughter yoga to improve their lives.

 

Monday, April 12 at 7: 15 pm

Pioneer Park

 

Please call 519-748-2740 to register.

 

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Meet Author Phil Edmonston

 

Lemon-Aid Guide

Buying a Recession-Proof Car

with Phil Edmonston, Lemon-Aid author and Automotive Consumer Advocate


Phil says there are more bargains offered now than ever before. Tonight he will list the good and bad buys for 2010, provide his insights on which car companies are likely to fail, and give his expert opinion on your best new or used car-buying strategy.


Phil will also comment on the recent, and serious, accelerator pedal issue which has prompted the largest mass vehicle recall in Toyota’s history.

Don’t miss this chance to hear from Canada’s leading automotive expert!

 

Phil Edmonston

Tuesday, March 2 at 7:00 pm
Main Library

 

Admission is FREE but space is limited. 

Please call the host library at 519-743-0271 ext. 255 to reserve your spot. 

 

Copies of Phil Edmonstons books will be available for sale,

courtesy of Chapters.

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Nifty Greeting Cards

with Wilma Stern-Cavalcante, Stampin’Up!

 

Why buy expensive, generic cards when you can make a card from the heart? Join Wilma as she introduces you to the easy and rewarding process of making personalized greeting card for any occasion.  Not crafty?  Try it – you’ll be surprised!  By the end of the session, you’ll have created three one-of-a-kind originals.

 

Monday, March 15 at 7 pm

Main Library

Please call 519-743-0271 ext. 255 to register.  

 

Saturday, March 20 at 10:30 am
Forest Heights

Please call 519-743-0644 to register.

 

Tuesday, April 13 at 7:15 pm
Pioneer Park

Please call 519-748-2740 to register.

 

Saturday, May 29 at 10:30 am
Country Hills

Please call 519-743-3558 to register.

 

Please bring along glue and scissors; paper supplies will be provided. 

If you have other supplies (eg. bone folders, aqua painter, blender pens) feel free to bring them with you.

 

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Pathway to Technology

 

Say Hello to Computers

 

No experience required!  Learn the basic functions of a computer in a fun and relaxed atmosphere.  This hands-on session includes how computers work, getting started and using a mouse.  If you are planning to buy a computer, this session will outline the basic requirements you need.

 

Thursday, March 4 at 6:30 pm

Grand River Stanley Park

Please call 519-896-1736 to register.

 

 

Learn about Digital Cameras

 

Have a digital camera and don't know how to use it?  Want to buy one but you need more information?  This hands-on session will teach you the basics of digital photography.  Soon you’ll be clicking, saving or deleting and printing.  All questions are welcome!  Digital cameras will be provided, but please feel free to bring along with your own, along with your user manual.

 

Thursday, March 11 at 6:30 pm

Country Hills

Please call 519-743-3558 to register.

 

 

Social Networking and Skype

 

Connect with family and friends using the internet.  Have you heard about Facebook and Skype?  Participants will learn why these tools are so popular, along with how to use them.  We will also show you how to stay safe online.  No previous experience is required!

 

March 25 at 6:30 pm

Main Library

Please call 519-743-0271 ext. 255 to register.

 

These programs are a partnership between the Kitchener Public Library and the Social Planning Council of Waterloo Region.

 

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Shrinking your Hydro Bill

with Community Renewable Energy Waterloo (CREW)

 

You can save up to 25% on your electricity bills with insider knowledge.  Join CREW to learn how to use the Power $aving Network’s Electricity Self-Audit kit, now available for loan at public libraries across Waterloo Region.  Small steps can save you money for your home, small business or church.  There will be information displays available, and a chance to win energy-saving door prizes.

 

Thursday, March 4 at 6:30 pm

Main Library

 

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Stairway to the Stars: Buying a Telescope

with Duncan Class

 

Are you interested in astronomy? Learn how to identify good viewing sites, and the types of observations possible from the city and countryside. Choose the right telescope with information on types and sizes; lenses and mirrors, eye pieces; finder scopes and other accessories. At the end of the evening, if the skies cooperate, examine the moon and other night-sky wonders through telescopes.

 

Monday, March 22 at 7:15 pm

Pioneer Park

 

Please call 519-748-2740 to register.

 

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Women’s DIY: Handy Around the House

with Laura Fleming, Tomboy Tools

 

Learn about the basic tools used in home repairs and renovations.  See how to use a caulking gun and learn how to lay bathroom or kitchen tile, then try it yourself!  Gain confidence to get started: you can do it! 

 

Monday, April 26 at 10 am

Forest Heights

Please call the library at 519-743-0644 to register.

 

Monday, May 10 at 7 pm

Country Hills

Please call 519-743-3558 to register.

 

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Working Wednesdays

with staff from KPL’s Information Services

Feeling the effects of the recession?  Join us on Wednesday afternoons for free Job Skills workshops.  Learn how to create a powerful resume, write an attention-grabbing cover letter, locate job postings, uncover the hidden job market, ace the interview and more.

 

Wednesdays from 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Main Library Computer Centre

 

February 3 -- The Hidden Job Market
February 10 -- Resumes
February 17 -- Cover Letters
February 24 -- Job Searching

 

April 7 -- Resumes and Cover Letters

April 14 -- Job Searching

April 21 -- The Hidden Job Market

April 28 -- Ace the Interview

 

May 5 -- Resumes and Cover Letters

May 12 -- Job Searching

May 19 -- The Hidden Job Market

May 26 -- Ace the Interview

 

June 2 -- Resumes and Cover Letters

June 9 -- Job Searching

June 16 -- The Hidden Job Market

June 23 -- Ace the Interview

 

Register for some or all of the sessions, at a minimum of 2 days in advance, by calling 519-743-7502.

 

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Writers’ Collective: An Evening of Readings

 

Members of the KPL Writers’ Collective will share excerpts of their work tonight.  From poets and writers of fiction, to published novelists and journalists, the KPL Writers’ Collective has a number of talented members.  Come out and hear some wonderful stories and meet the writers.

 

Mon. May 17 at 6:30 pm

Main Library

 

Light refreshments will be available. Copies of published authors’ books will be available for purchase as well as the 2nd edition of the KPL Writers’ Collective Anthology.

 

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Settlement Workers at KPL

 

Library Settlement Partnerships

 

A joint partnership has been formed between Citizenship & Immigration Canada, the Kitchener-Waterloo Multicultural Centre and the Kitchener Public Library to provide year long settlement service at the Main Library as well as the Forest Heights and Grand River Stanley Park branch locations.

 

Settlement workers assist New Canadians coming into the Kitchener-Waterloo area and help them with various settlement needs such as language training, career & employment, housing, health care and education. Whether you are new to Canada or perhaps have been in Canada for a longer length of time the settlement workers are here to help.

 

No appointment is necessary and the settlement workers speak various languages such as Spanish, Arabic and Farsi.

 

Translation services can also be made available through referral.

 

Main Library Schedule

Monday 1 - 9

Tuesday 1 - 9

Wednesday 10 - 5

Friday 1:30 - 5:30

Saturday 10 - 4

 

Forest Heights Schedule

Monday 3 - 9

Tuesday 9:30 - 1:30

Wednesday 5 - 9

Thursday 1 - 5

Saturday 9 - 1:00

 

Grand River Stanley Park Schedule

Tuesday 11:30 - 5:30

Wednesday 2 - 6

Friday 1:30 - 5:30

Saturday 1:30 - 5:30

 

Any questions about the Library Settlement Partnerships (LSP) program, please contact Natalie Gibbons, Multicultural Librarian, 519-743-0271 ext.253 or see the LSP website: http://www.lsp-peb.ca.

 

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