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4 great half-day camps to choose fromANIMATION STATIONShatter the box o�ce! Produce and direct one-of-a-kind movies through the universe of animation. *

ARTIST’S STUDIOCreate a digital masterpiece as you paint with �ames, sand and even Twinkies. Build an amazing mosaic and create a wild version of yourself. *

GAME CONSOLEGet your game on! Create your own video games, play cool retro games, and get a workout with the Wii. *

YOUNG WRITER’S WORKSHOPSpark your imagination with a mashup of comics, manga, eBooks, short stories, poetry, pop-up books and word art! *

Week 1 - $72Young Writer’s WorkshopJuly 2 - 59 am - 12 pm OR 1 - 4 pm

Week 2 - $90Game ConsoleJuly 8 - 129 am - 12 pm OR 1 - 4 pm

Week 3 - $90Artist’s StudioJuly 15 - 199 am - 12 pm OR 1 - 4 pm

Week 4 - $90Animation StationJuly 22 - 269 am - 12 pm OR 1 - 4 pm

Week 5 - $90Game ConsoleJuly 29 - August 29 am - 12 pm OR 1 - 4 pm

Week 6 - $72Young Writer’s WorkshopAugust 6 - 99 am - 12 pm OR 1 - 4 pm

Week 7 - $90Animation StationAugust 12 - 169 am - 12 pm OR 1 - 4 pm

Week 8 - $90Artist’s StudioAugust 19 - 239 am - 12 pm OR 1 - 4 pm

REGISTRATION: in person at Pierre Berton Resource Library, 4921 Rutherford Road by phone at 905.653.READ (7323) ext. 4340 or fax 905.856.5902

PAYMENT: due at time of registration. Visa & MasterCard payments will be accepted over the phone.

Choose a morning or afternoon session • Register for all 4 camps!

*Final works will be featured on VPL’s YouTube channel and/or displayed on VPL’s art walls.

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Greetings fromMichael McKenzie Chair, Vaughan Public Library Board

Welcome to the latest issue of What’sOn. In this edition I would like to take a moment to thank all employees of Vaughan Public Libraries (VPL) for their contribution to the delivery of VPL programs and services. A look back at our 2012 statistics reveals that we had record program attendance at 98,265. �at is almost equal to every third person in the City of Vaughan attending a VPL program in 2012! We also circulated over 2.8 million items and recorded 2.2 million in-person or digital visits. �e achievement of these numbers would not be possible without the hard work and dedication of all VPL employees. On behalf of the Board and the citizens of Vaughan, I would like to extend a sincere �ank You to all VPL sta�. I would also like to recognize the contributions of our 2012 Bronze Award recipients. Over 60 sta� members were nominated by their peers for initiatives that were recognized with Bronze Awards. We applaud the achievements of our Bronze Award recipients and hope that through the e�orts of our sta�, we are able to inspire you to discover new opportunities to Enrich Inspire Transform.

If you’re not sure what to read next, we’ll help you by doing the choosing for you! Your Next Five Reads is a new online program that will help you discover books similar to your interests. Simply visit www.vaughanpl.info and tell us about what you like to read. Within the next few days, you will receive an email from a librarian that suggests your next �ve reads. �ere are many ways for you to �nd your next great book. �rough our website’s Recommended Reads section, you can �nd lists for award-winning titles, bestsellers, and much more!

Join us for the launch of the new Vaughan Grows Seed Library at Pierre Berton Resource Library. A seed library is a non-pro�t lending library that lends heirloom seeds at no �nancial cost and accepts saved seed for the enjoyment of all in the community. Pick up tips on growing from seed, saving seed and enjoy some free seed (in limited quantity) to get you started! Donations of vegetable seed are welcome throughout the year.

Greetings fromMichael McKenzie

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Saturday, June 1, 12 noonPierre Berton Resource Library, 4921 Rutherford Road

Customers will be noti�ed of upcoming service disruptions through information posted on VPL’s website, social media and in the branches. We apologize for any inconvenience. Keep up-to-date on new libraries being built and renovations to existing branches through VPL’s Building Projects Blog at www.vaughanpl.info/building.

WATCH FOR PROJECTS FOR SELECT LIBRARIESREFURBISHMENT

With dozens of programs and resources available in various formats, VPL aims to meet the needs of all ages and abilities.

Bathurst Clark and Pierre Berton Resource Libraries provide wheelchair accessible workstations that contain assistive so�ware. �e so�ware includes Zoomtext (screen magni�cation so�ware), JAWS (screen reading so�ware), and Kurzweil 1000 and 3000 (so�ware that converts text to speech for the visually impaired and for those with learning disabilities).

VPL also has hundreds of large print materials available for loan at all library locations. All facilities are wheelchair accessible.

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AN–Ansley Grove Library | BCRL–Bathurst Clark Resource Library | DC–Du�erin Clark Library KL–Kleinburg Library | MA–Maple Library | PBRL–Pierre Berton Resource Library | WO–Woodbridge Library

Saturday, June 1, 12 noonPierre Berton Resource Library, 4921 Rutherford Road

3-2-1-Blast Off!Won’t you climb aboard our rocket ship? Join us for songs and activities that are out of this world! Ages 3-5.*AN July 6 10:30 am BCRL July 9 3 pmMA July 22 2 pmWO Aug 8 10:30 am

Baby and Me StorytimeIt’s never too early to introduce your baby to books! Come and learn new songs, rhymes and read books with a librarian and an Ontario Early Years Centre representative. Ages 0-18 months with a parent or caregiver. AN Fridays 10:30 am

Born to ReadJoin us for an interactive program to share stories, songs, rhymes and early literacy activities. Ages 0-18 months with a parent or caregiver.BCRL Wednesdays* 10:30 am Wednesdays* 11:30 amDC Thursdays 11:30 amMA Tuesdays 1:30 pm no program Aug 20/27PBRL Tuesdays 10:30 am

Go Dog Go!Delightful , Outrageous, Gleeful – that spells DOG! We’re going to the dogs at the library. Unleash your inner dog for a howling good time. Ages 3-5.*AN July 13 10:30 am BCRL Aug 13 3 pmKL July 30 11:30 amMA Aug 19 2 pm

Good 2 Go ShoesGo get that favourite pair of shoes and run, walk or skip to the library for a shoetastic adventure. Ages 3-5.*AN July 20 10:30 am BCRL July 30 3 pmDC Aug 6 2 pm

Musical BabiesIncorporate musical learning with songs, rhymes, and more! O�ered in partnership with the Ontario Early Years Centre. Ages 0-24 months. KL Wednesdays* June 5-Aug 28 2 pm

My Think-A-Ma-JinkBe anything! Go anywhere! All you have to do is dream! My �ink-A-Ma-Jink takes us through a world of adventures. Ages 3-5.*BCRL July 23 3 pm MA July 8 2 pm

Nature MorphsNature is full of things that transform right before your eyes! Watch things magically grow and change. Ages 3-5.*BCRL Aug 6 3 pm PBRL July 24 10:30 am

Ready, Set, KindergartenChildren enjoy an independent half-hour of stories, songs & activities while learning some of the social skills they need in kindergarten. Caregivers remain in the library. Ages 3-5. AN Tuesdays 11:30 am MA Thursdays July 4-Aug 8 11:30 am Registration begins June 20 at Service Desk.

Ready to ReadJoin us for a half-hour of stories, �ngerplays and activities. Come share great ideas for developing early literacy skills and a love of reading. Ages 3-5.BCRL Tuesdays 10:30 amMA Thursdays 10:30 am no program Aug 22/29PBRL Wednesdays 10:30 am

Toddling to ReadProgram features stories, songs, action rhymes and early literacy activities. Toddlers will enjoy lots of stimulation and activity. Ages 18 months-3 years. AN Tuesdays 10:15 amBCRL Thursdays* 10:30 am Thursdays* 11:30 amMA Tuesdays 10:30 am no program Aug 20/27PBRL Fridays 10:30 am

Tuesday TicklesCome join us for family fun with songs, rhymes and stories to help promote early literacy. O�ered in partnership with the Ontario Early Years Centre. Space is limited.KL Tuesdays* 10:30 am

Very Hungry CaterpillarCome explore the wonderful world of �e Very Hungry Caterpillar with us! We’ll play games, read stories and much more. Come hungry for fun! Ages 3-5.*AN July 27 10:30 amBCRL July 2 3 pmPBRL July 31 10:30 amWO July 11 10:30 am

We’re Going on a Lion HuntAnd I’m not scared! Buckle your seatbelts, grab the binoculars and get ready to head out on a wild safari adventure. Ages 3-5.*BCRL July 16 3 pmDC July 2 2 pmPBRL Aug 7 10:30 amWO July 25 10:30 am

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39 Clues AdventureCalling all Cahills! Join the adventure and help Amy and Dan follow the 39 Clues hidden around the world. Ages 9-12.*MA Aug 12 2 pm

Adventures of Indiana JonesFamed archeologist Indiana Jones needs your help. Uncover long forgotten mysteries as you hunt down the whereabouts of ancient Egyptian treasure. Ages 9-12.*PBRL July 10 2 pm

Amazing RaceAre you ready to race around the world? Join us for detours, roadblocks and U-turns. Who will be �rst to arrive at the pit-stop? Ages 9-12.*MA July 15 2 pm

Creative CanucksO Canada! Create your own mascot and help decorate our Canada Tree as we celebrate our home and native land through stories, songs, and activities! Ages 6-8.*AN July 11 2 pmBCRL July 4 3 pm

Children’s programsGames from Around the WorldExplore di�erent countries through the games children play. �ere’s French hopscotch, an African snake game, and more! Ages 6-8.*AN July 25 2 pmDC July 16 2 pmPBRL July 19 2 pmWO July 3 2 pm

Head in the CloudsCalling all weather watchers: join us for fun activities while learning all about clouds. Pre-register at Service Desk. Ages 7-12.MA June 7 2 pm

Home Alone�is Child Safe Canada program prepares youth to be home alone by teaching important skills through interactive activities. Cost: $40. Pre-register at Service Desk. Ages 8-10. DC July 6 10 am

Just Plane Fun!Attention all paper plane experts. Prove how far and how long your paper airplanes can �y. It’s a fun way to learn about aerodynamics! Ages 6-8.*BCRL Aug 1 3 pmKL July 2 2 pmMA July 17 2 pmWO July 22 2 pm

Night at the MuseumHave you ever wondered what’s really happening at the museum at night? Let’s �nd out together! Ages 6-8.*DC July 9 2 pmKL July 23 2 pmMA Aug 14 2 pmPBRL Aug 7 2 pm

Off to NeverlandSecond star to the right, and straight on ‘til morning! Join us for activities and fun based on the timeless classic, Peter Pan. Ages 6-8.*AN Aug 15 2 pmBCRL July 25 3 pmDC July 30 2 pmMA Aug 7 2 pmPBRL July 16 2 pmWO July 8 2 pm

Space is the PlaceJoin us as we embark on a space adventure. Hone your outer space know-how with our intergalactic activities! Ages 6-8.*AN July 4 2 pmBCRL Aug 8 3 pmMA July 24 2 pmPBRL July 30 2 pmWO July 15 2 pm

Travelling with the DoctorAllons-y! Explore space and history in a little blue box with �e Doctor and his companions. Doctor Who? Find out this summer. Ages 9-12.*MA July 29 2 pmPBRL July 3 2 pm

Ultimate Survivor�e tribe has spoken. You’re invited to come �nd out if you are an ultimate survivor at the library! Ages 6-8.*BCRL July 18 3 pmDC July 23 2 pmMA July 10 2 pmPBRL July 2 2 pmWO Aug 12 2 pm

Where’s Waldo?Join Waldo and all his friends as they set o� on a worldwide adventure. All you have to do is �nd him! Ages 6-8.*AN Aug 8 2 pmBCRL July 11 3 pmDC Aug 13 2 pmMA July 3 2 pmPBRL July 23 2 pmWO July 29 2 pm* Tickets available at Service Desk 30 minutes before.




Chess ClubCome by the library to meet like-minded chess people. Play a game, talk strategy or battle it out! MA Tuesdays 6:30 pmWO Tuesdays June 4-18 6:45 pm

Colours All Around Us!�ere are so many di�erent colours everywhere you go! Bring a coloured cotton t-shirt (not white) to decorate. Parents can participate! We will be outside weather permitting. Bring a hat. Ages 6-8.*MA July 31 2 pm

Family MovieEnjoy a movie with your family while you share time together. It’s fun for kids and parents! Watch our family-oriented feature �lms on the big screen. AN Aug 1, 22 & 29 2 pmBCRL Wednesdays July 3-Aug 14 6:30 pmDC June 5 & 19 6:30 pm June 15 2 pm July 3, 17 & 31 6:30 pm Aug 14 & 28 6:30 pmMA July 8 6:30 pm Aug 12 6:30 pmPBRL Sundays June 2-Aug 25 2:30 pm no program Aug 4WO Saturdays 2 pm

Family StorytimeSpend time together enjoying great stories, songs and rhymes. Fun for the whole family! BCRL Mondays 7 pmDC Tuesdays 7 pmPBRL Mondays 7 pmWO Tuesdays 10:30 am Thursdays 10:30 am

Hands on ExoticsExperience the unexpected at the library with Hands on Exotics. Participate in this once in a lifetime opportunity to interact with interesting, rare, and endangered animal species. Tickets are $2 and go on sale June 22 at the Service Desk. Space is limited. Ages 5 and up.AN July 18 2 pmBCRL July 8 11 amDC July 24 2 pmMA July 11 2 pm

LEGO ManiaIf you like playing with LEGO, come to our special LEGO event where you can discover stories, design and build LEGO structures and share building tips and tricks. Ages 8-12. BCRL July 17* & Aug 14* 3 pmDC June 24 7 pm July 13 2 pm July 22 7 pm Aug 10 & 24 2 pmMA June 7 2 pmPBRL June 1, 15 & 29 2 pm July 13 & 27 2 pm Aug 10 & 24 2 pm

Mad ScientistJoin us for some wild experiments and create your own wacky concoctions in our library lab! Ages 6-12.*BCRL Aug 15 3 pmPBRL July 17 2 pm

Peace Tree MovieCelebrate peace with your family, friends and neighbours at our screening of Mitra Sen’s award winning �lm �e Peace Tree.AN June 28 2 pmDC June 15 2 pmMA June 3 6:30 pmPBRL June 9 2:30 pmWO June 8 2 pm

Play, Laugh, Learn @ the LibraryIndulge in a half-hour of unstructured play promoting early literacy. Children/caregivers will enjoy our DUPLO, musical instruments, books and more. Ages 5 and under. BCRL Fridays July 5-Aug 16 11 am

* Tickets available at Service Desk 30 minutes before.

Children & Family programs


Amnesty International @ Your LibraryTake action against human rights violations—meet with like-minded teens and write letters to help free prisoners of conscience. You can make a di�erence while earning your volunteer hours! Contact the Service Desk for more information. MA WO

Teen Library VolunteersDo you need to earn community service hours? Join VPL’s Teen Library Volunteers. Assist librarians with a variety of tasks at the library and in the community. Contact the Service Desk for more information or download the application form.AN June 11 3:30 pmBCRL Thursdays 7 pmKL Thursdays 4 pmMA Fridays 2 pmPBRL Thursdays, June 6-27 4 pm July 11 & 25 4 pm Aug 8 & 22 4 pm

Movie BreakGrab your friends and come to the library for a new or classic movie screened just for teens. And did we mention it’s free? No registration required. For ages 13-18. PBRL Fridays, June 7-28 2:45 pm

PodcastingLooking for more volunteer hours? Like to share your opinion? We’re looking for teen volunteers to create and record book review podcasts. Was it good? Bad? We want to know! Contact the Service Desk for more information. BCRL MA WO

Reading Buddies...En Français Aidez un enfant à devenir meilleur lecteur! Vous devez être disponible une heure par semaine pendant dix semaines. Procurez-vous un formulaire de demande à la bibliothèque ou en ligne au www.vaughanpl.info/volunteers. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. PBRL

Red Cross Babysitting Training�is all-day training o�ers child care skills, safety tips for children and what to do in case of an emergency. Cost: $50. Pre-register at the Service Desk. For ages 11-16.DC June 8 10 am

July 20 10 amMA July 11 10 am Aug 13 10 am

Tech Savvy TeensHelp us bridge the digital divide and volunteer your time by teaching adults to use a variety of computer applications. Application forms are available at the Service Desk or online at www.vaughanpl.info/volunteers. BCRL DC MA PBRL WO


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Comic and poignant, fast paced and clever, Mrs Queen Takes the Train is a delightful debut novel that tweaks the pomp of the British monarchy, going beneath its rigid formality to reveal the human heart of the woman at its center.

Will iam Kuhn is a biographer and historian, and the author, most recently, of Reading Jackie, a look at the personality of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis through the books she chose to edit at Viking and Doubleday. He has written three previous books: Democratic Royal-ism; Henry and Mary Ponsonby, a double biography of two key people at the court of Queen Victoria; and The Politics of Pleasure, a life of Britain’s most royalist prime minister, Benjamin Disraeli. He lives in Boston, Massachusetts. This is his first novel.

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Teen Summer Reading Challenge (TSRC) Returns!

�e TSRC is now in its fourth year at Vaughan Public Libraries, and YOU, the teens of Vaughan, continue to beat the challenge! �at means that WE, the librarians, have been le� with no choice but to up the ante. Soooo, this summer, we challenge YOU, the teens of Vaughan ages 13 to 18, to read….

ONE MILLION PAGES!

So to clarify, that doesn’t mean you alone have to read 1,000,000 pages… no no no… it means that ALL teens in Vaughan must collectively read 1,000,000 pages. Got it? Oh, and if you beat THIS challenge, WE, the librarians will dress up for an entire week in a fashion that YOU choose! But that’s not all...

Want to win a Kobo Arc? If you are the top reader in Vaughan, you will win your very own Kobo Arc! �ere will also be prizes for the second and third place winners!

How do you participate?Visit www.vaughanpl.info to register for the TSRC. Create an account, and every time you read a book over the summer log onto the TSRC site to enter the title and number of pages you’ve read.

Still not enough?See how much of a bookworm you are with our Book Trivia and Guess the Cover contests!

Did we mention there would be prizes for both of these contests? Watch for more details on these great contests at www.vaughanpl.info and on VPL’s Teen Vortex.

All contests start Monday, July 1 and end Sunday, August 11, 2013. Winners will be noti�ed by August 31, 2013.

VPL’s Adult Summer Shortlist

�is summer, let the library help you escape into your imagination with our Summer Shortlist! Join a family vacation in Italy. Discover how the past is in�uenced by the present through an award-winning saga spanning more than 100 years. Follow the Queen as she walks out of Buckingham Palace and slips away to Scotland without telling her sta�. Help a new employee determine why the bookstore’s regular customers never seem to buy anything yet they keep coming back. Imagine the consequences for a Jewish midwife who is asked to defy Papal law which forbids Jews to give Christians medical aid when she delivers a Count’s �rstborn son.

Join us in this year’s summer reading sta� picks!

A Month of Italy: Rediscovering the Art of Vacation by Chris J. Brady

Cloud Atlas by David Mitchell*

Mrs. Queen Takes the Train by William Kuhn

Mr. Penumbra’s 24-hour Bookstore by Robin Sloan**

Midwife of Venice by Roberta Rich***

Imagine… accessible summer reading from CNIB and VPLVPL, in partnership with the CNIB, will provide access to DAISY copies of this year’s TD Summer Reading Club titles for children with print disabilities. To sign up, please ask at the Service Desk or phone 905.653.READ (7323).

* Used by permission of Knopf Canada. ** From Mr. Penumbras’s 24-Hour Bookstore © 2012 by Robin Sloan. Reprinted with permission of HarperCollins Canada. Jacket Design © 2012 by Rodrigo Corral. *** Used by permission of Doubleday Canada.

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Adult Reading CircleAdults with intellectual disabilities and their caregivers are invited to join this program, which features visualized stories, music and activities that support the development of basic literacy skills. PBRL June 4 & 18 1 pm July 2, 16 & 30 1 pm Aug 13 & 27 1 pm

All Things SeedyA Master Gardener will guide you through growing plants from seed, saving and storing seed, germinating seed, growing from seed outdoors and starting seed early indoors. PBRL June 1 10:15 am

Celebrate Your Story�is memoir writing club will introduce participants to ideas, techniques, and resources and provide an opportunity to share stories from their lives. No experience necessary, just a story to tell.BCRL June 11 7 pm

Diabetes: Fun Food and Feet Barbara Dmuchowski, author of Foot Care Guide for Exercising Diabetics, will provide some good advice on diabetes about diet and foot care. Pre-register at the Service Desk.DC June 20 7 pm

Drive SafelyExperts from the Ministry of Transportation and a former police collison o�cer will o�er tips for seniors on safe driving, licence renewal and accident avoidance. Please pre-register at the Service Desk.PBRL June 18 3 pm



ESL Conversation ClassPractice your spoken English with an ESL instructor from the York Catholic District School Board and develop your pronunciation and conversation skills.PBRL Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:30 pm

Let’s Go to the MoviesMore than just a great place to get books, the library is also a fun place to enjoy a �lm—for free! See you at the show. BCRL Mondays 2 pm no program July 1/Aug 5

Senior Care Information NightGain insight into issues a�ecting seniors and their caregivers. Navigate the long-term care system by learning about community supports, home care, �nancial preparations and more. Presented by Senior Care Connections.Please pre-register at the Service Desk. PBRL June 12 7 pm

Senior SocialOlder adults are invited to this free program featuring book chats, activities, guest speakers and special information workshops. Refreshments provided. No registration required.WO June 20 2 pm July 18 2 pm Aug 15 2 pm

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Adult Book ClubJoin the discussion group for adults who like to share their thoughts on books they have read. �e library will provide a copy of the book. Please pre-register and pick up your book at the Service Desk. AN June 26 7 pm �e Sweetness at the Bottom

of the Pie by Alan Bradley July 31 7 pm

A Night to Remember by Walter Lord Aug 28 7 pm

Cutting for Stone by Abraham Verghese

BCRL June 25 7 pm Reggae Silver

by Horane Smith July 30 7 pm

�e Sense of an Ending by Julian BarnesAug 27 7 pm

American Gods by Neil Gaiman

MA June 6 7:30 pm Speaking My Truth - Selected

Readings from Aboriginal Healing Foundation

WO June 24 7 pm �e Dovekeepers

by Alice Ho�man July 29 7 pm

Plain Truth by Jodi Picoult Aug 26 7 pm

C’mon Papa: Dispatchesfrom a Dad in the Darkby Ryan Knighton

Business Book ClubBring your favourite business book for discussion. Presented in partnership with �e Biz Club. MA July 16 6:30 pm

Chinese Book ClubJoin the discussion to share your thoughts on books and existential issues in Chinese. �e book club is jointly presented by VPL & York Region Senior Wellness Centre. Pick up your book at the Service Desk.BCRL June 13, July 11 & Aug 8 12:30 pm

Tea and BooksBook lovers are invited to meet with other readers to �nd out about hidden gems in the library’s book collection. Light refreshments will be served. KL Mondays 2:30 pm no program July 1/Aug 5

Book Clubs

Please pre-register or book your appointment at the Service Desk.

Effective Elevator SpeechEloise Pasianotto CMA, MBA will show you how to pique people’s interest, leave an impression, and generate referrals and leads. O�ered in partnership with Vaughan Business Enterprise Centre (VBEC).PBRL June 11 6:30 pm

Find Company & Industry Info�is one-on-one, 60 minute research consultation will provide an introduction to company and industry resources available at VPL and online. Learn how to �nd companies in your industry.BCRL MA PBRL

Get the book, read the book, and then come and tell us what you thought of it while enjoying activities and games based on the story! Our selection is Geronimo Stilton: �e Way of the Samurai by Geronimo Stilton. For ages 8-12. WO June 3 6:30 pm

Business Programs

KID’SBook Club

Please pre-register or book your appointment at the Service Desk.

Beyond the BasicsLooking for beyond the basics computer training? Our student volunteers are available to teach you hot topics such as blogging, social networking, instant messaging, photo and media sharing. Interested? Please pick up an application form at the Service Desk or online.DC MA PBRL WO

Computer BasicsNew to computers? Learn basic computer skills such as mousing, keyboarding, and the Internet. Contact the Service Desk to determine which class is right for you. PBRL Wednesdays,

June 5-26 6:30 pm Thursdays, July 11 & 18 6:30 pm Aug 1 6:30 pm

Database TrainingDatabases aren’t just for serious scholars anymore! Access your favourite newspaper; look for your next great read; and even �nd out how to �x your car! DC AN

Get Tech HelpGet help from our tech-savvy student volunteers about any computer, device, or general technology question you have. BCRL Tuesdays 7 pm Thursdays 7 pmWO Tuesdays 4 pm

One-on-One Computer TrainingSign up for an individualized, hands-on lesson about computer basics. AN DC KL

One-on-One Computer Training for StudentsLearn basic research skills. Explore the library catalogue, databases and many other electronic services that VPL o�ers. AN

One-on-One eBook TrainingBring your eReader, tablet, or smartphone to the library for a one-on-one session to get you started with VPL’s eBook collection. AN DC PBRL

Open Source LivingWe’ll show you new tools to help you such as personal organizers, study aids, password managers and much more. You’re bound to �nd so�ware solutions suited to your needs.PBRL



Computer & Technology Training


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Reference Inquiries: Phone: 905.653.READ (7323) Online: Email Librarian at www.vaughanpl.info/email_librarian

Renewing Loans: You may renew most items a maximum of 3 times—providing no one else has requested the item. - Automated renewal: 905.709.0672 - Online: www.vaughanpl.info - In person: in any library or at Self Check Out stations - Phone: 905.653.READ (7323)

Borrowing Materials:Books, Audio Books, TV Series, Kobo Vox eReaders, Non-Fiction DVDs/Blu-Rays/Videos, CDs, MP3 Players, Power Monitor Kits & Pedometers:Loan period: 3 weeks*

Magazines, Fiction DVDs/Blu-Rays/Videos & Fast Track Books:Loan period: 7 days (except Fast Track DVDs which are 3 days)*

eBooks and eAudio Books: Loan period options: 7, 14 or 21 days

*Loan periods for high demand items may be reduced

Returning Materials:Library materials may be returned to any branch of Vaughan Public Libraries. Book drops are open 24/7.

Late Material Charges:DVDs/Videos: $2 per day to a maximum of $10 per itemKobo Vox eReaders: $5 per day to a maximum of $10All other items: 25¢ per day to a maximum of $10 per item

Using Your Library

Get a Library Card. It’s free!With a library card you have free access to books, movies, magazines, music, databases, programs, events, resources and more at all seven branches of Vaughan Public Libraries (VPL) and online at www.vaughanpl.info!

Don’t have a library card? If you live, work,go to school full-time or own property in the City of Vaughan, you can get a free library card. Join VPL in person or online—just show identi�cation that has your address, registration or proof of employment in Vaughan on it.

Children can get their own library cards. If they are 13 years old or under, they just need their parent or guardian to sign for their library card.

If you don’t qualify for free membership, you can still join. Please phone 905.653.READ (7323) for details.

Visitors You don’t have to have a library card to consult library sta� or use the print collections on site. If you wish to use the library’s electronic resources, just show sta� your identi�cation at the Service Desk.

Library Services - in person, online or on the phoneAll branches have materials for reference and loan. �e most comprehensive reference collections are held at Bathurst Clark Resource Library and Pierre Berton Resource Library.

Materials are available in over 16 di�erent languages to meet the needs of our diverse community.

Friendly, helpful sta� are always available to assist you in your search for information, to advise on leisure reading, or on materials appropriate to your child’s reading abilities.

Telephone service is available during open hours. Quali�ed sta� will answer your information and reference inquiries, check your account on your behalf and provide details about library services and programs.

Most library services are available online. You can join the library, browse the catalogue, check your account, place a hold on items, search databases, download an Audiobook, eBook, video and much more. You can even submit your reference inquiries by email and get an answer within a few hours, 24/7. See page 14 for a complete list of services available. Access library services on your mobile devices at m.vaughanpl.info.

Stay in Touch Through Text or EmailSign up for either email or text noti�cation to enjoy enhanced library services. Add your email address to your library account so that you can reset your PIN without visiting the library, and also receive con�rmation of successful renewals through the online catalogue, due date reminders, holds noti�cations and of course, those pesky overdue notices.

If you’d prefer noti�cations by text, visit the Check Out Desk or www.vaughanpl.info/library_noti�cation_requests or scan here to sign up!

Don’t miss a thing!Sign up for VPL’s eNewsletter, the Buzz at www.vaughanpl.info/newsletters and check out VPL’s blogs at www.vaughanpl.info/blogs for all the latest on programs, events, services, library buildings and branch renovations, topics of interest to teens, great reads and more!

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ANSLEY GROVE LIBRARY 350 Ansley Grove Road, Woodbridge

Mon.……………………………… ClosedTues. & �urs..……………. 10 am - 9 pm Wed.……………………………… 1 - 9 pm Fri.…………………………10 am - 6 pm Sat. …………………………10 am - 5 pm Sun.*……………………………… 1 - 5 pm

BATHURST CLARK RESOURCE LIBRARY 900 Clark Avenue West, �ornhill

Mon. - �urs.………………10 am - 9 pmFri.………………………… 10 am - 6 pm Sat. & Sun .……………………10 am - 5 pm

DUFFERIN CLARK LIBRARY 1441 Clark Avenue West, �ornhill

Mon. & Wed.……………….…… 1 - 9 pmTues. & �urs.………………10 am - 9 pm Fri.…………………………………Closed Sat.………………………….10 am - 5 pm Sun.*………………………………1 - 5 pm

KLEINBURG LIBRARY 10341 Islington Avenue North, Kleinburg

Mon., Wed. & �urs.………………1 - 8 pm Tues.……………………….10 am - 5 pmFri.…………………………………Closed Sat. & Sun.*.………………………1 - 5 pm

MAPLE LIBRARY 10190 Keele Street, Maple

Mon. & Wed.………………………1 - 9 pmTues. & �urs.……………….10 am - 9 pm Fri.…………………………10 am - 6 pm Sat.……………………………10 am - 5 pm Sun.*…………………………..……1 - 5 pm

PIERRE BERTON RESOURCE LIBRARY 4921 Rutherford Road, Woodbridge

Mon. - �urs.…………………10 am - 9 pmFri.………………………….10 am - 6 pm Sat. & Sun .……………………10 am - 5 pm

WOODBRIDGE LIBRARY 150 Woodbridge Avenue, Woodbridge

Mon. & Wed.………………………1 - 9 pmTues. & �urs.………………….10 am - 9 pm Fri.………………………………….Closed Sat.……………………………10 am - 5 pm Sun.*…………………………….…1 - 5 pm

Library Locations

* Select Libraries are closed on Sundays, July – Labour Day.

Books by Mail service is $6 per shipment. For more information on all services phone or visit www.vaughanpl.info/library_services.


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Join the VPL Summer Reading ClubRegistration Begins

Saturday, June 22Join us for fun activities to celebrate the launch of Summer Reading Club 2013.

Every child who registers for the Summer Reading Club receives a booklet and TD Summer Reading Club Passport. Collect a new sticker every week to add to your passport!

Ansley Grove Library June 22, 10:30 am - 12 pm

Bathurst Clark Resource LibraryJune 22, 11 am - 3 pmJune 23, 11 am - 3 pm

Dufferin Clark LibraryJune 22, 2 - 2:30 pm

Kleinburg LibraryJune 22, 10:30 am - 4 pm

Maple LibraryJune 22, 10 am - 4 pm

Pierre Berton Resource LibraryJune 22, 10:30 am - 4 pm

Woodbridge LibraryJune 22, 10 am - 5 pm

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Every child who registers for the Summer Reading Club receives a booklet and TD Summer Reading

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