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Programs & Events

Fall/Winter 2014-15

Create & Play

Technology

Book clubs for all ages

Storytimes

Author Visits

Write2Xpress

Registration opens Sat, Aug 16, 2014

There’s something for you and your whole family this season! Visit www.opl.ca

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PARTNERSHIPS – Be Job Ready for Teens Be ready to apply to volunteer opportunities, part-time and summer jobs by attending this workshop. You’ll learn how to create a resume, cover letter and get great interview tips from the pros! Grades 8-12 Cost: FREE/1 class

Central Branch Thu/Feb 26 6:00pm-8:30pm Register with Justine by email at TeenLibrarian@oakville.ca or by telephone, 905-815-2042 x.5903. Please provide participant’s name, current grade, email address & telephone number.

This workshop is presented in partnership with:

Steps to College and University The Newcomer Information Centre will be offering an information session to high school students including newcomer teens to learn more about: • Choosing a college or university • Financing post secondary education • How to apply to post-secondary institutions • Campus life • Your future as a post-secondary student! Grades 9-12 Cost: Free/1 class

Central Branch Sat/Mar 07 1:00pm-4:00pm Please register online at nicyouth.tcet.com.

This workshop is presented in partnership with:

Special Events for All

Create, Celebrate and Cultivate

Growing Ideas at the Oakville Public Library Join the Oakville Public Library on Saturday September 27 as it celebrates Culture Days in Oakville at QEPCCC. Activities for all ages include storytimes, fun with tablets and eReaders, 3D printing demonstrations, a workshop for adults on how to run a book club and much more. Drop in between 10am - 4pm. Have fun and learn something new! Age: All Ages Cost: Free/Drop-In

Queen Elizabeth Park Community & Cultural Centre Sat/Sep 27 10:00am-4:00pm

Feb 16 Mark your Calendar

Celebrate Family Day with us! Join us for crafts, games and stories for the whole family!

Schedules will be available online in January 2015.

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TD Family Performance Celebrate Family Literacy Day with MOTUS O’s latest family show. An exquisite interpretation of Hans Christian Andersen’s Little Match Girl. This dance theatre production is full of modern energy and colour, with stunning theatrical effects. Presented in partnership with the Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts (OCPA) and sponsored by TD Canada Trust. Age: 5Y and up Cost: Free/Ticket

Queen Elizabeth Park Community & Cultural Centre Sat/Jan 31 2:00pm-2:50pm Complimentary tickets available at all branches & at www.opl.ca beginning Dec 15, 2014. Everyone attending must have a ticket.

The TD Every Child Ready to Read First Concert This year we are celebrating a bit differently. The Last Polar Bears, based on the book from Harry Horse, is a funny, moving story of a Grandfather’s unlikely trip to the Arctic with his opinionated dog, Roo. This performance by RAG and BONE Puppet Theatre features live action, live music and puppets - including 20 knitted penguins and of course, a talking dog. Presented in partnership with the Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts and sponsored by TD Canada Trust. Age: All Ages Cost: Free/Ticket

Glen Abbey Community Centre Gymnasium Wed/Nov 05 2:00pm-2:45pm Complimentary tickets available at all branches & at www.opl.ca beginning Oct 6, 2014. Everyone attending must have a ticket.

Lana Button Visits OPL Meet children’s author Lana Button who is passionate about picture books! 2011 and 2014 Blue Spruce Award nominee for Willow’s Whisper and Willow Finds A Way respectively, Lana will share the writing process in a lively, entertaining presentation Age: 5Y-12Y Cost: $5/1 class

Central Branch Course Code: 200764 Sun/Nov 16 2:00pm-2:45pm

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PD Day Programs

Cartooning for Kids Learn all the great techniques for creating the most amazing cartoons! Join the creator of comic book series Pride Junkie, Bruce Outridge, and learn from the best! Age: 7Y-9Y Cost: $15/1 class

Iroquois Ridge Branch Course Code: 200730 Fri/Nov 21 10:00am-12:00pm

Manga for Kids Learn the about the different styles of Manga and how they are used. Bruce Outridge, creator of Pride Junkie shows you how! Age: 10Y-12Y Cost: $15/1 class

Iroquois Ridge Branch Course Code: 200727 Fri/Nov 21 1:00pm-3:00pm

3D Printing! 8-10 yrs Come and learn how to print your own 3D item using our Makerbot 3D printer! Age: 8Y-10Y Cost: $5/1 class

Central Branch Course Code: 200670 Tue/Jan 13 6:30pm-8:00pm

3D Printing! 11-12 yrs Come and learn how to print your own 3D item using our Makerbot 3D printer! Age: 11Y-12Y Cost: $5/1 class

Iroquois Ridge Branch Course Code: 200669 Thu/Oct 16 6:30pm-8:00pm

Holiday Cake Pops A sprinkle of red, a sprinkle of green, chocolate or vanilla, what will it be? Come join us in this make and take program. Children will make, mold and decorate their own holiday cake pops. Sure to be a yummy adventure! Age: 6Y- 9Y Cost: $12/1 class

Glen Abbey Branch Course Code: 200711 Sat/Dec 06 1:00pm-2:30pm

Just for Girls Book Club Come for an evening of girls talking about books! Our featured book is ‘Sisters’ by popular graphic author Raina Telgemeier who wrote the title ‘Smile’. Pick up your book at the White Oaks Branch on Monday, Oct 20, 2014. Age: 9Y-12Y Cost: Free/1 class

White Oaks Branch Course Code: 200719 Thu/Nov 20 7:00pm-8:00pm

Online registration for Fall/Winter programs begins Saturday, August 16, 2014. Fall session runs from September 8th to November 22, Winter session runs from January 5th to March14th. No programs: Sept 1 – Labour Day, Oct 13 – Thanksgiving and Feb 16 – Family Day

If the minimum number of participants is not met, the library reserves the right to cancel any of these classes.

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Lego™ Robotics Do you love Lego™? Take it to the next level! Get together with friends and find out how to add awesome robotics to your creations. We’ve got the tools, you’ve got the power!

Lego™ Robotics 7-9 yrs. Age: 7Y- 9Y Cost: $63/9 classes

Glen Abbey Branch Course Code: 200721 Mon/Oct 06 6:00pm-7:00pm Glen Abbey Branch Course Code: 200722 Mon/Jan 05 6:00pm-7:00pm

Lego™ Robotics 9-12 yrs. Age: 9Y-12Y Cost: $63/9 class

Iroquois Ridge Branch Course Code: 200725 Wed/Oct 08 5:00pm-6:00pm Iroquois Ridge Branch Course Code: 200723 Wed/Jan 07 5:00pm-6:00pm

Mind your Manners Manners are not only important, they increase confidence! Our instructor Adeodata Czink, President of Business of Manners, is back for another program! Join Adeodata as she guides you through: the proper way to enter a room; make introductions; table manners; telephone etiquette; grooming and receiving an award. Age: 8Y-12Y Cost: $15/1 class

Central Branch Course Code: 200728 Sat/Oct 18 1:00pm-3:00pm

Mother-Daughter Book Club For moms and daughters who love to read! Our book selection is Because of Mr. Terupt, by Rob Buyea. Pick up your book at the Central Branch on Thursday, January 22, 2015. Age: 9Y and up Cost: Free/1 class

Central Branch Course Code: 200729

Thu/Feb 19 7:00pm-8:00pm

LEGO™ Contest Do you LOVE building with LEGO™? Bring your creation to the Central Branch for judging at our Third Annual LEGO™ Competition!

Get your entry form online on Friday, January 16, 2015. Age: 6Y-12Y Cost: Free/Contest

Central Branch Sat/Feb 28 1:00pm-3:00pm

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Superheroes* Secret identities, superhuman powers...come explore the world of superheroes! Test your skills with our ‘super’ activity challenges and make a superhero mask. Age: 6Y- 9Y Cost: $12/1 class

Woodside Branch Course Code: 200740 Sat/Jan 10 1:00pm-2:30pm

Pinkalicious!* Put on your favourite party dress and come join us for an afternoon of fun. We’ll paint with pink, we’ll decorate pink cupcakes, we’ll make pinkalicious wands. Pink, Pink, Pink! Pink is perfect, don’t you think? Age: 5Y- 7Y Cost: $12/1 class

Woodside Branch Course Code: 200731 Sat/Oct 04 1:00pm-2:30pm

Rainbow Looms Created by you! These colourful bracelets are unique and beautiful--every one is different! Bring your rainbow loom kits, we’ll supply the bands. Let’s create together, you’ll be hooked in no time! Age: 7Y- 9Y Cost: $12/1 class

Glen Abbey Branch Course Code: 200732 Sat/Nov 29 1:00pm-2:30pm

Valentine’s Super-duper Crafting Party!

Make all your favourites! Painting, decoupage, flower-

making, duct tape--what a great way to spend a Saturday

afternoon! Age: 6Y-9Y Cost: $12/1 class

Glen Abbey Branch Course Code: 200764 Sat/Feb 14 3:00pm-4:30pm

* Please note that fictional characters will not appear in any of these programs.

Grade 2 Class Visits Our friendly, energetic staff will engage, inform and entertain your students during a FREE 30 minute interactive presentation at your school. Students will take part in a short theatrical story, test their skill in a Library Survivor game show and learn all about the amazing resources and programs that the library has to offer! Book today by calling 905-338-4247 ext. 5311.

Community Group Tours Are you a leader of a community group for school-aged children such as Sparks or Brownies, Beavers or Cub Scouts? Would your group like to find out more about the library in your community? Your group is invited to book an in-branch 60 minute interactive library tour. Meet a real-life community helper! Discover all that the library has to offer for both learning and enjoyment! Book today by calling 905-338-4247 ext. 5311.

School Open House Events Let us help reach the students of Oakville. Together, the schools and the Oakville Public Library can motivate students to enjoy and excel in reading, learning and researching. Oakville Public Library would welcome the opportunity to attend your next school Open House event. Book today by calling 905-338-4247 ext. 5311.

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Proud to support the Every Child Ready to Read concert series.

We are working together with the Oakville Public Library to make a difference in our community.

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Wednesday Family Movie Night* Come and enjoy some of the hottest, new movies before they are available on DVD! Join us and watch them on our big screen together in the Central Branch Auditorium. Kids, bring your blankets, pillows and stuffed animals and get cozy on the floor. Chairs will be provided for the adults! Popcorn and juice will be available for 50 cents each. Age: All Ages Cost: $5/Ticket/

$20 group of 5

Central Branch Starting Wed/Oct 22 6:00pm-8:00pm Program occurs from fall to spring, once a month on Wednesdays Oct 22, Nov 26, Dec 17, Jan 28, Feb 25, Mar 25.

Popcorn & drinks $1

* To avoid disappointment, pick up your tickets at any branch two weeks prior to the showing or arrive early and buy your tickets at the door. Movie titles will be announced at www.opl.ca prior to each event.

Friends of the Library Book Sale Fall Sale: Nov 19-23, 2014 Members Only Sale: Wed, Nov 19 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Public Sale: Thu, Nov 20 • 12:00pm – 9:00pm Fri, Nov 21 • 9:30am – 5:00pm Sat, Nov 22 • 9:30am – 5:00pm Sun, Nov 23 • 1:00pm – 4:00pm

Our sales have raised over $500K which has been used to support library services such as the Battle of the Books, Write2Xpress, Teen Advisory Council, eBook reader purchases, and much more!

Most Books are only $1.50 a pound! Half price on Sunday!

Volunteers needed! If you are interested in volunteering for our Book Sale preparation or have an interest in joining our Executive, please contact us at folio@friendsofthelibrary.ca.

Annual memberships are only $10 for individuals or families, $5 for students

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Alphabeasties An unparented program that will feature exciting stories, rhymes, songs and where each week you will take home a creation inspired by the alphabet. Focus will be on school readiness, letter awareness and of course, F-U-N! Age: 3Y-5Y Cost: $70/10 classes

Glen Abbey Branch Course Code: 200674 Sat/Sep 13 11:00am-12:00pm Glen Abbey Branch Course Code: 200676 Sat/Jan 10 11:00am-12:00pm Iroquois Ridge Branch Course Code: 200675 Sat/Sep 13 1:00pm-2:00pm Iroquois Ridge Branch Course Code: 200677 Sat/Jan 10 1:00pm-2:00pm

Climb Aboard the Polar Express Join us and take a journey during this 45 minute program that features the story The Polar Express as well as a holiday sing-along, rhymes, jolly dancing and more. Age: All Ages Cost: Free/1 class

Glen Abbey Branch Course Code: 200694 Thu/Dec 18 7:00pm-7:45pm Iroquois Ridge Branch Course Code: 200692 Tue/Dec 16 7:00pm-7:45pm Woodside Branch Course Code: 200693 Wed/Dec 17 7:00pm-7:45pm

Born To Read It is never too early to introduce your child to books and reading! Parents are the best teachers to inspire the love of reading in their children. Come and learn some techniques with us that will give your child the jump start to their love of literacy! Age: Birth-6M Cost: Free/10 classes

Glen Abbey Branch Course Code: 200688 Mon/Sep 08 1:00pm-1:30pm Glen Abbey Branch Course Code: 200691 Mon/Jan 05 1:00pm-1:30pm Iroquois Ridge Branch Course Code: 200689 Wed/Sep 10 1:00pm-1:30pm Iroquois Ridge Branch Course Code: 200690 Wed/Jan 07 1:00pm-1:30pm

Deck the Halls Celebrate the Christmas season by joining us for crafts, stories and songs. We will be trimming trees, hanging ornaments, and jingling away - oh what fun! Age: 2Y-5Y Cost: $14/2 classes

Central Branch Course Code: 200695 Thu/Dec 04 1:00pm-2:00pm Glen Abbey Branch Course Code: 200697 Sat/Dec 06 11:00am-12:00pm Iroquois Ridge Branch Course Code: 200696 Fri/Dec 05 10:00am-11:00am

Online registration for Fall/Winter programs begins Saturday, August 16, 2014. Fall session runs from September 8th to November 22, Winter session runs from January 5th to March14th. No programs: Sept 1 – Labour Day, Oct 13 – Thanksgiving and Feb 16 – Family Day

If the minimum number of participants is not met, the library reserves the right to cancel any of these classes.

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Explore‘n Play Join us for this exciting program that features sensory activities and of course our favourite rhymes, songs and stories. This hands-on program will encourage your toddler to discover the world around them while developing language, observation and reading skills. Bring your curiosity and explore with us! Age: 18M-30M Cost: $70/10 classes

Central Branch Course Code: 200667 Thu/Sep 11 10:00am-10:45am Central Branch Course Code: 200699 Thu/Jan 08 10:00am-10:45am Glen Abbey Branch Course Code: 200668 Tue/Sep 09 10:00am-10:45am Glen Abbey Branch Course Code: 200701 Tue/Jan 06 10:00am-10:45am Iroquois Ridge Branch Course Code: 200700 Fri/Jan 09 1:00pm-1:45pm Iroquois Ridge Branch Course Code: 200698 Fri/Sep 12 1:00pm-1:45pm

Giggles, Glitter and Glue This hands-on program will introduce your little one to reading and exploring through the use of theme-based storytimes, sensory experiences and arts and crafts. You and your child will have fun being creative and getting messy, while being introduced to new books, songs, and making take-home treasures. Age: 2Y-3Y Cost: $70/10 classes

Central Branch Course Code: 200703 Thu/Sep 11 11:00am-11:45am Central Branch Course Code: 200707 Thu/Jan 08 11:00am-11:45am Glen Abbey Branch Course Code: 200710 Fri/Sep 12 11:00am-11:45am Glen Abbey Branch Course Code: 200705 Fri/Jan 09 11:00am-11:45am Iroquois Ridge Branch Course Code: 200709 Wed/Sep 10 10:00am-10:45am Iroquois Ridge Branch Course Code: 200706 Wed/Jan 07 10:00am-10:45am Woodside Branch Course Code: 200708 Tue/Sep 09 11:00am-11:45am Woodside Branch Course Code: 200704 Tue/Jan 06 11:00am-11:45am

Jingle Babies Help your little one celebrate all

of their seasonal firsts! Come read,

play, and sing with us and make your season memorable. Age: Birth-1Y Cost: Free/2 classes

Central Branch Course Code: 200822 Wed/Dec 03 11:00am-11:30am Glen Abbey Branch Course Code: 200717 Thu/Dec 04 1:00pm-1:30pm Iroquois Ridge Branch Course Code: 200715 Mon/Dec 01 10:00am-10:30am White Oaks Branch Course Code: 200718 Thu/Dec 04 11:00am-11:30am Woodside Branch Course Code: 200716 Tue/Dec 02 11:00am-11:30am

Science Kids Give your kids the chance to create their own simple science experiments and see the amazing results. This un-parented, hands-on program is a fun first experience with the magic of science. Age: 3Y-5Y Cost: $70/10 classes

Central Branch Course Code: 200734 Sat/Sep 13 11:00am-12:00pm Central Branch Course Code: 200738 Sat/Jan 10 11:00am-12:00pm Glen Abbey Branch Course Code: 200733 Sat/Sep 13 1:00pm-2:00pm Glen Abbey Branch Course Code: 200737 Sat/Jan 10 1:00pm-2:00pm Iroquois Ridge Branch Course Code: 200735 Sat/Sep 13 10:30am-11:30am Iroquois Ridge Branch Course Code: 200739 Sat/Jan 10 10:30am-11:30am

Queen Elizabeth Park Community and Cultural Centre Blackbox Theatre, 2302 Bridge Rd.

Tuesday and Thursday 10-10:30 am September 10, 2013 - June 27, 2014.

Children of all ages accompanied by their parent or caregiver are welcome.

Tablet Time! Join us for this exciting new storytime featuring tablet play where you and your child will explore unique apps and eBooks, while learning how digital media can support early literacy development. Age: 3Y-5Y Cost: Free/1 class

Central Branch Course Code: 200742 Sat/Sep 20 10:30am-11:30am Central Branch Course Code: 200745 Sat/Jan 24 10:30am-11:30am White Oaks Branch Course Code: 200743 Sat/Oct 25 1:00pm-2:00pm White Oaks Branch Course Code: 200746 Sat/Feb 28 1:00pm-2:00pm Woodside Branch Course Code: 200741 Fri/Nov 21 1:00pm-2:00pm

My First Library Card Experience the excitement together as your child receives his/ her first library card this fall! Sign up for your first library card and stay for a storytime and snacks. Kids will have the opportunity to have their photographs taken with their new cards and placed on our “Welcome!” wall. Parents must follow the guidelines for identification when registering their child for a library card, so please check our website at www.opl.ca for a list of approved ID. Age: All Ages Cost: Free/Drop-In

Glen Abbey Branch Sun/Nov 02 1:30pm-2:30pm Central Branch Sun/Nov 09 1:30pm-2:30pm

Family Storytime at QEPCCC

Stories, songs and more!

Tuesday and Thursday mornings Age: All Ages FREE /Drop-in

Sep 11 until Jun 19, 2014. 10:00am-10:30am

Stories, songs, rhymes and movement activities make up this fun-packed drop-in storytime. For children of all ages who are accompanied by their parents or caregivers. Start building a lifelong love of reading!

Queen Elizabeth Park Community and Cultural Centre – Blackbox Theatre 2302 Bridge Road, Oakville.

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Online registration for Fall/Winter programs begins Saturday, August 16, 2014.

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Baby’s First Storytime Take a break out of your busy day and spend some special time with your baby at the library. See your baby laugh and smile, as you sing, clap, bounce, and listen to rhymes and stories. Your instructor is your one-on-one resource for all of your early literacy questions. Age: 6M -12M Cost: Free/10 classes

Central Branch Course Code: 200682 Wed/Sep 10 11:00am-11:30am Central Branch Course Code: 200686 Wed/Jan 07 11:00am-11:30am Glen Abbey Branch Course Code: 200679 Mon/Sep 08 10:00am-10:30am Glen Abbey Branch Course Code: 200683 Thu/Sep 11 1:00pm-1:30pm Glen Abbey Branch Course Code: 200678 Mon/Jan 05 10:00am-10:30am Glen Abbey Branch Course Code: 200687 Thu/Jan 08 1:00pm-1:30pm Iroquois Ridge Branch Course Code: 200680 Mon/Sep 08 11:00am-11:30am Iroquois Ridge Branch Course Code: 200684 Mon/Jan 05 11:00am-11:30am Woodside Branch Course Code: 200681 Tue/Sep 09 10:00am-10:30am Woodside Branch Course Code: 200685 Tue/Jan 06 10:00am-10:30am

Toddler Storytime Get moving at the library with stories, songs and silly fun that encourages your child’s language skills! Toddlers and their grownups are encouraged to become actively involved in the stories and activities, while making their first new friends. Age: 1Y-2Y Cost: Free/10 classes

Central Branch Course Code: 200749 Tue/Sep 09 10:00am-10:30am Central Branch Course Code: 200753 Fri/Sep 12 11:00am-11:30am Central Branch Course Code: 200757 Tue/Jan 06 10:00am-10:30am Central Branch Course Code: 200761 Fri/Jan 09 11:00am-11:30am Glen Abbey Branch Course Code: 200750 Wed/Sep 10 10:00am-10:30am Glen Abbey Branch Course Code: 200754 Fri/Sep 12 10:00am-10:30am Glen Abbey Branch Course Code: 200759 Wed/Jan 07 10:00am-10:30am Glen Abbey Branch Course Code: 200762 Fri/Jan 09 10:00am-10:30am Iroquois Ridge Branch Course Code: 200748 Mon/Sep 08 10:00am-10:30am Iroquois Ridge Branch Course Code: 200763 Tue/Sep 09 11:00am-11:30am Iroquois Ridge Branch Course Code: 200756 Mon/Jan 05 10:00am-10:30am Iroquois Ridge Branch Course Code: 200758 Tue/Jan 06 11:00am-11:30am White Oaks Branch Course Code: 200755 Sat/Sep 13 10:00am-10:30am White Oaks Branch Course Code: 200817 Sat/Jan 10 10:00am 10:30am Woodside Branch Course Code: 200751 Wed/Sep 10 11:00am-11:30am Woodside Branch Course Code: 200760 Wed/Jan 07 11:00am-11:30am

Fall session runs from September 8th to November 22, Winter session runs from January 5th to March14th. No programs: Sept 1 – Labour Day, Oct 13 – Thanksgiving and Feb 16 – Family Day

If the minimum number of participants is not met, the library reserves the right to cancel any of these classes.

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Family Storytime Children of all ages are encouraged to bring their family members to shake their sillies out at this storytime filled with songs, rhymes and stories. Age: All Ages Cost: Free/10 weeks/Drop-In

Central Branch Mon/Sep 08 10:00am-10:30am Central Branch Fri/Sep 12 10:00am-10:30am Central Branch Sat/Sep 13 10:00am-10:30am Central Branch Mon/Jan 05 10:00am-10:30am Central Branch Fri/Jan 09 10:00am-10:30am Central Branch Sat/Jan 10 10:00am-10:30am Clearview Neighbourhood Branch Tue/Sep 09 6:30pm-7:00pm Clearview Neighbourhood Branch Tue/Jan 06 6:30pm-7:00pm Glen Abbey Branch Mon/Sep 08 11:00am-11:30am Glen Abbey Branch Wed/Sep 10 11:00am-11:30am Glen Abbey Branch Thu/Sep 11 10:00am-10:30am Glen Abbey Branch Thu/Sep 11 11:00am-11:30am Glen Abbey Branch Sat/ Sep 13 10:00am-10:30am Glen Abbey Branch Mon/Jan 05 11:00am-11:30am Glen Abbey Branch Wed/Jan 07 11:00am-11:30am Glen Abbey Branch Thu/Jan 08 10:00am-10:30am Glen Abbey Branch Thu/ Jan 08 11:00am-11:30am Glen Abbey Branch Sat/Jan 10 10:00am-10:30am Iroquois Ridge Branch Tue/Sep 09 10:00am-10:30am

Iroquois Ridge Branch Wed/Sep 10 7:00pm-7:30pm Iroquois Ridge Branch Thu/Sep 11 11:00am-11:30am Iroquois Ridge Branch Tue/Jan 06 10:00am-10:30am Iroquois Ridge Branch Wed/Jan 07 7:00pm-7:30pm Iroquois Ridge Branch Thu/Jan 08 11:00am-11:30am White Oaks Branch Mon/Sep 08 10:00am-10:30am White Oaks Branch Thu/Sep 11 10:00am-10:30am White Oaks Branch Mon/Jan 05 10:00am-10:30am White Oaks Branch Thu/Jan 08 10:00am-10:30am Woodside Branch Wed/Sep 10 10:00am-10:30am Woodside Branch Wed/ Jan 07 10:00am-10:30am

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Holiday Family Storytime It’s the holidays, so drop in for a festive storytime featuring fun music, stories and rhymes from all around the globe. Let’s celebrate the season with our neighbours and friends! Age: All Ages Cost: Free/2 classes

Central Branch Fri/Dec 05 10:00am-10:30am Central Branch Mon/Dec 01 10:00am-10:30am Clearview Neighbourhood Branch Tue/Dec 02 6:30pm-7:00pm Glen Abbey Branch Sat/Dec 06 10:00am-10:30am Glen Abbey Branch Wed/Dec 03 11:00am-11:30am Iroquois Ridge Branch Tue/Dec 02 10:00am-10:30am Iroquois Ridge Branch Wed/Dec 03 7:00pm-7:30pm White Oaks Branch Thu/Dec 04 10:00am-10:30am Woodside Branch Wed/Dec 03 10:00am-10:30am

PARTNERSHIP PROGRAMS

Buggy Business with the YMCA Get your baby on board and join us for Buggy Business! This program is designed for exercise, socializing and fun! After we power stroll in the neighbourhood, we will enjoy a storytime provided by the Oakville Public Library. Part of the YMCA of Oakville Steps & Stages Program. Age: Birth-2Y Cost: Free/Ongoing

White Oaks Branch Thu/Sep 04 10:00am-11:30am

Caregivers Corner from the Oakville Parent-Child Centre A drop-in program designed for child care providers and the children they care for. Come and join in the fun with songs and play time Age: Birth-5Y Cost: Free/Ongoing

Woodside Branch Fri/Sep 12 9:30am-11:30am Woodside Branch Fri/Jan 09 9:30am-11:30am

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Croque Matin Les Coccinelles d’Oakville Inc. L’heure du conte en français comprend des chansons, comptines et histoires en français pour les enfants de 0 à 5 ans accompagnés d’un parent ou gardien. Storytime -- in French! Includes songs, nursery rhymes and stories, of course! For children from birth to 5 years old, accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Age: Birth-5Y Cost: Free/Ongoing

Woodside Branch Mon/Sep 08 9:45am-10:45am Woodside Branch Mon/Jan 05 9:45am-10:45am

Little English Language Learners with the Halton Multicultural Council and Halton Region Health Come and join this unique program for children to learn basic English skills as well as valuable skills to get ready for school. Each week the children will develop early learning skills through stories, music and crafts. Age: Birth-5Y Cost: Free/Ongoing

Faith Baptist Church, 1415 Trafalgar Rd, Oakville Tue/Sep 09 9:30am-11:00am Faith Baptist Church, 1415 Trafalgar Rd, Oakville Tue/Jan 06 9:30am-11:00am

Rhythm, Rhyme and Read - 3Rs with the YMCA of Oakville Let’s rock and read at the 3 Rs parented drop-in program. The Oakville Public Library and YMCA of Oakville partner together to introduce children to early literacy with exciting rhymes, stories, music and crafts. Age: 18M-4Y Cost: Free/Ongoing

YMCA, 410 Rebecca Street, Oakville Wed/Sep 10 1:00pm-2:00pm YMCA, 410 Rebecca Street, Oakville Wed/Jan 07 1:00pm-2:00pm

Tales and Tunes with the Oakville Parent-Child Centre Come and join in the fun with your baby! Songs, stories, games and lots of enjoyment make for a fun afternoon out. Age: 6M-12M Cost: Free/Ongoing

Iroquois Ridge Branch Mon/Sep 8 1:30pm-2:30pm Iroquois Ridge Branch Mon/Jan 05 1:30pm-2:30pm

Tickles and Tales with the Oakville Parent-Child Centre Don’t miss this fun-filled hour of baby games, music, rhymes and stories. Age: Birth-6M Cost: Free/6 classes

74 Florence Drive, Oakville Thu/Sep 11 1:00pm-2:00pm 74 Florence Drive, Oakville Thu/Oct 23 1:00pm-2:00pm OP-CC, 461 North Service Road, Oakville Tue/Sep 09 1:00pm-2:00pm OP-CC, 461 North Service Road, Oakville Tue/Oct 21 1:00pm-2:00pm

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Course availability can be viewed online or by telephone when you browse iris. Availability cannot be guaranteed on inquiries – only at time of registration. You can register online after the program start date, up to 50 % of the way through the course as long as the program still has availability. Iris registration will provide immediate confirmation of registration. All registration methods will receive a confirmation letter by mail within two weeks of processing registrations. The location, start date and time of the course will be included. Please check all details carefully, and call 905-338-4250 if there are any discrepancies, or if you do not receive this letter prior to the start date of the program.

Excellent programs can get cancelled because people wait until the last moment to register. All programs need to be cost effective and cannot run if there are not enough participants. Please register early to avoid disappointment. All participants must meet the course age requirements.

In the event that the course you selected is full, you may be placed on a waitlist and a waitlist confirmation will be mailed to you.

Payment: Full payment of program fees must be submitted with your registration form. If paying by cheque, please make payable to ’Town of Oakville’. Iris registrations must be paid by credit cards – VISA, MasterCard or by using credit on your iris account.

We will try to ensure that the regis trations are processed together for friends or relatives. Registra-tion forms, individual cheques and/ or credit card numbers are required for each family in order to receive separate receipts.

Duplicate receipts will only be issued upon request and are subject to a $11.30 administration fee per request. An administration charge of $35 will be levied for all NSF cheques and returned payments.

Refunds/Withdrawals: Pro-rated credits or refunds/withdrawals can

be requested no later than one business day prior to the third class. You are also able to withdraw online from a program using iris, up to four days prior to the program start date. A credit will be placed on your account. Withdrawal and/or refund requests on or after the third class of the program will be pro cessed for medical reasons only for the remaining classes of the program and must be accompanied by a Doctor’s note. These medical requests will be pro-rated, but will not be subject to an administration fee.

Refunds or withdrawals can be made by calling 905-338-4250 between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm Monday – Friday. All requests for refunds are subject to a $11.30 charge per registration per transaction.

For Safety’s Sake: To ensure participant health and safety, please make program staff aware of any medical conditions or special needs. A participant profile – Special Needs/Medical form should be completed and sent to the Library or the registration section of the Recreation and Culture Department. Do not leave children unattended in or about the library premises. The library is a public place and children may be at risk in a public place. Library staff cannot be responsible for the safety or supervision of unaccompanied children. We are concerned about your child’s safety. Please ensure your child’s visit to the library is a safe and happy one.

Cancellation Information: The Oakville Public Library reserves the right to cancel or alter any classes, time, costs or locations outlined in this brochure without notice, as required, due to a lack of registration, change of policy, or availability of facilities or instructors. Full refunds will be issued for Course Cancellations only.

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When can I register?

Registration for Fall/Winter programs begins Saturday, August 16, 2014. No programs: Sept 1 – Labour Day, Oct 13 – Thanksgiving and Feb 16 – Family Day

How Do I Register?

iris Online/by PHONE www.oakville.ca/ 905-815-2000 24 hours/day

Immediate Confirmation

On Saturday, August 16, 2014 at 9:00 am registration opens.

• Visit www.oakville.ca and click on program registration and follow the prompt OR call iris at 905-815-2000

• Have your Personal ID number & Family PIN number* ready. Choose your programs. • Methods of payment include VISA, MasterCard or money in your iris account. • Full account payment is required to complete registration

(including any outstanding balance on account). • You will know if you have registered successfully once payment is complete and you are

provided with a confirmation number. Official registration receipts & waitlist notifications will be mailed within two weeks.

FAX 905-338-4188 or MAIL or DROP OFF

Need a family PIN number and personal ID number? Call 905-845-6601 ext.4747 Please allow at least two business days for processing your request.

Processing of faxed, mailed or drop off registration forms will begin on Saturday, February 8, 2014 in indiscriminate order.

• Complete registration form – up to three registrations from the same family can be entered on one form. Please print clearly.

• Methods of payment include VISA, MasterCard or money on your iris account for faxed registrations, cheque and cash for drop off registrations.

• Fax to Department of Recreation and Culture, Program Registration at 905-338-4188

or • Mail the completed registration form to: • Town of Oakville, Department of Recreation and Culture Program Registration • P.O. Box 310, 1225 Trafalgar Rd., Oakville, ON, L6J 5A6 or • Drop off completed form with payment at Town Hall, or any branch of the Oakville

Public Library. See page 2 for location details. • Forms that are dropped off will be delivered to Town Hall for processing

within two business days. • Official registration receipts & waitlist notifications will be mailed within two weeks.

HST Please be aware that Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) has been included in cost when applicable. HST is applied to participants 15 years of age and older including paid adult events, programs and workshops. Online registration E-X-T-E-N-D-E-D ! Now you can register online AFTER the program start date, up to 50 % of the way through the course! But don’t wait until the last minute. Popular programs fill up fast and others might be cancelled if there isn’t enough interest.

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Have you previously registered with the department? Yes NoHas your address/telephone number changed since you last registered? Yes NoIf yes, previous telephone number:

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Home phone Business phone Email Emergency contact name Emergency phone

Participant’s name Birth date M/F Course Name

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*Make cheques payable to Town of Oakville. No post-dated cheques.

Photographs of participants may be taken at any time for town promotional purposes. If you do not wish to have your/your child’s photo taken/used, please sign below.

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Register online at oakville.ca by phone 905-815-2000 by fax 905-338-4188

Questions? IRIS help line 905-845-6601 ext. 4747 Registration inquiries 905-338-4250

Non-residents add $10 plus applicable taxes per course

For participants with special needs

Please fax Participant Profile - Special Needs/

Medical form, found with registration form.

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Peanut allergy Other:Bee sting allergy Does participant carry Epi Pen? Yes NoCardiac condition Does participant carry special medication? Yes NoDiabetes Does participant carry insulin? Yes No

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Participant Profile Special Needs / Medical

To best serve the needs of all program participants, we require the following information for leadership staff’s awareness. Please choose the category that best describes the needs of the participants with special needs.

Please fax this completed form to registration at 905-338-4188; attention Carol Gall, or email cgall@oakville.ca. For general registration inquiries, call 905-338-4250. For IRIS help, call 905-845-6601, ext. 4747.

For participants with special needs Will attend with own support?

1 Non-life threatening medical condition — eg. ADD, ADHD, epilepsy, etc.

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Life threatening medical condition Please note that for participants in this category a Medic Alert or similar identification bracelet is mandatory.

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Physical mobility, mental challenges or behaviours

4 Vision, hearing or physical mobility

Helpful background information

Personal information on this form is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, S.0. 2001, c.25 and will be used for the purpose of program registration administration. Questions about this collection may be directed to: The Recreation and Culture department - Registration, Town of Oakville, 1225 Trafalgar Road, Oakville, Ontario, L6H 0H3. Telephone: 905-338-4250.

Physical challenges (describe condition)

Mental challenges. Medical diagnosis is: Down’s syndrome Autism Other:

Behaviours (describe condition)

Is extra support required at school? Is extra support/assistance required for basic care?Does disability affect the safety of the participant? Is the participant currently associated with a support agency?