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Pioneer Park Community Library

 

Winter 2011

 

Unless otherwise noted, you may register for the following programs (if required) either in person, or by phone at 519-748-2740.

 

 

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Children's Programs

Attention Teachers

One Is Fun

Babytime

Preschool Storytime

Get Your Game On!

Reading Buddies

Holiday Hootenanny

Tales for Twos

Little Travelers

Winter Wonderland (cancelled)

Minute to Win It

 

 

 

 

 

 

Attention Teachers

 

KPL offers class visits at your local library.  We can also visit you!  Want to learn more about what resources the library offers?  How to research a project?  KPL class visits can be customized to suit your needs.

 

Let us help you get your students excited about reading and talking about books with Check. It. Out., our literacy program for grades 4 – 6.

 

For more information, please contact Barb Janicek, Children’s Librarian at 519-743-0271 ext. 285 or email barb.janicek@kpl.org.

 

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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.

 

Please register one week before the program by calling 519-748-2740.

 

Wednesdays at 9:45 am

January 11 - February 29

Pioneer Park

 

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Get Your Game On!

 

Card games, Scrabble, Scattergories and more. Let the games begin! All ages.

 

No registration required.

 

Saturday November 26 from 1 pm – 3:30 pm

Pioneer Park

 

Saturday January 21 from 1 pm - 3:30 pm

Pioneer Park

 

Saturday February 18 from 1 pm - 3:30 pm

Pioneer Park

 

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Holiday Hootenanny

 

Bring the entire family to share holiday stories, songs and crafts. All ages.

 

No registration required.

 

Wednesday, December 21 at 10:30 am

Pioneer Park

 

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Little Travelers

 

Travelers ages 3 – 5 are invited to join us as we armchair travel to a different place each week. Experience the world through stories, songs and crafts.

 

Please register one week before the program by calling 519-748-2740.

 

Wednesdays at 2:15 pm

February 8 – 29

Pioneer Park

 

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Minute to Win-It

 

Like the popular game show we want to know: Are you up to the challenge? 60 seconds is all you’ll get in a variety of fun filled tasks!  Ages 8 – 12.

 

Please register one week before the program by calling 519-748-2740.

 

Tuesday, January 3 at 2:30 pm

Pioneer Park

 

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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.

 

Please register one week before the program by calling 519-748-2740.

 

Wednesdays at 10:30 am

January 11 - February 29

Pioneer Park

 

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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.

 

Please register one week before the program by calling 519-748-2740.

 

Mondays at 10:45 am

September 26 - November 28

January 9 - February 27

Pioneer Park

 

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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 by calling 519-748-2740.

 

Thursdays at 6:30 pm AND 7:30 pm

October 6 - December 1

January 12 - March 8

Pioneer Park

 

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Tales For Twos

 

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.

 

Please register one week before the program by calling 519-748-2740.

 

Mondays at 9:45 am

September 26 - November 28

January 9 - February 27

Pioneer Park

 

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Winter Wonderland

 

Are you looking for something to do on a cold January morning?  Come out for a fabulous time where we will share great stories, songs and a craft!  All ages.

 

No registration required.

 

Wednesday, January 4 at 10:30 am (cancelled)

Pioneer Park

 

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Adult Programs

6th Annual Amateur Photography Contest

Health Essentials

Free Internet Orientation

Money Wise

Health and Wellness

Stargazing:
What you need to get started

 

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6th Annual Amateur Photography Contest

 

In partnership with:

 

Waterloo Regional Record Community PartnershipsCity of Kitchener

 

Calling all amateur photographers!

 

Submit up to 3 of your favorite photos from January 3 to February 7, 2012.

 

Categories include People, Architecture, Nature (Animals) and Nature (Landscape). Winners in each category will receive an enlarged and plaque-mounted copy of their winning photograph, and winning photographs will be published in the Waterloo Region Record.

 

Entries may be submitted beginning January 3, 2012.

 

Click here for full contest details.

 

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Free Internet Orientation

 

Meet with a skilled volunteer one-on-one to learn how to search the internet and use the computer. Each session is approximately one hour in length and is customized to suit your needs and interests. 

 

Consultations are available at all KPL locations.

 

To book an appointment, please call 519-743-7502.

 

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Health and Wellness

 

CCACCommunity Health Care: A Helping Hand

with the Waterloo-Wellington Community Care Access Centre (CCAC)

 

What is the CCAC and what services do they offer?  Are there costs involved?  Find out more about home healthcare and when it’s time to consider to a long-term care facility. 

 

Register for this program by calling the library at 519-748-2740.

 

Wednesday, February 22 at 7:15 pm

Pioneer Park

 

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Health Essentials

 

Treating Depression Naturally

with Dr. Som Thammasouk, ND  http://www.healthsourcend.ca

 

Depression affects the entire body, including the nervous system, moods, thoughts and behaviors. If you or someone you know is suffering from depression, join Dr. Thammasouk to learn naturopathic approaches to address this common condition.

 

Register for this program by calling the library at 519-748-2740.

 

Wednesday, January 18 at 7:15 pm

Pioneer Park

 

 

 

Women’s Health & Menopause

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

 

Discover natural strategies to balance your hormones, no matter what health condition you are dealing with.  We’ll also discuss bioidentical hormone replacement therapy.

 

Register for this program by calling the library at 519-748-2740.

 

Wednesday December 7 at 7:15 pm

Pioneer Park

 

 

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Money Wise

 

Beyond Your Savings Account

with Your Neighbourhood Credit Union

 

Crack open the piggy bank!  It’s time to invest your savings, while minimizing taxes and maximizing retirement income.  Learn the right questions to ask, and feather your nest for a comfortable future.

 

Register for this program by calling the library at 519-748-2740.

 

Wednesday November 30 at 7:15 pm

Pioneer Park

 

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Stargazing: What you need to get started

with Duncan Class

 

Find out how to avoid telescope “money traps" and learn which equipment will perform.  Develop basic skills toward your first stargazing certificate.  Sign up during the program for a free night of outdoor observation.

 

Register for this program by calling the library at 519-748-2740.

 

Wednesday, February 15 at 7:15 pm

Pioneer Park

 

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