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February 2024

Events List

(164 Results Found)
February 1, 2024  to  February 29, 2024
1 Feb
TECH HELP Adults

10:00 AM| Library - Makerspace Area

Need tech help? Get answers to your questions about apps, computers, mobile phones, or any other tech. Drop-in and talk tech with a Library staff member. More in-depth questions may be referred for an appointment

1 Feb
BABY STEM Children

10:15 AM| Library - Children's Program Room B

Discover the wonders of STEM! Babies explore activities that spark curiosity and creativity, fostering a deeper understanding of the world around them.

1 Feb
FREE PLAY Children

11:00 AM| Library - Children's Program Room A

Free play offers a relaxed, drop-in setting with free activities for kids. It’s a great opportunity to meet other parents and find playmates for your children.

1 Feb
MAKERSPACE OPEN HOURS Makerspace

3:00 PM| Library - Makerspace

Looking for a place where you can be creative?

Look no further than the Makerspace at the Library. It offers many inspiring options from a Recording Studio and 3D printers to sewing machines and more.

There are programs for all ages, or if you just want to come and try things out, stop by during our Makerspace Open Hours. 

OPEN HOURS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

1 Feb
JOLLY PHONICS Children

4:00 PM| Library - Children's Program Room A

In Jolly Phonics, your child will develop proper pencil grip, master letter formation, grasp phonetic sounds, and blend them to read simple words

 

February 8 - cancelled

1 Feb
OZOBOT CHALLENGE CLUB Children

4:30 PM| Library - Makerspace

In this 4-session program, you will be introduced to the basics of coding, and discover how to apply the concepts to navigate an Ozobot through a variety of challenges.

1 Feb
IDEA LAB KIDS: LEGO ROBOTICS RESCUE BOTS Children

4:30 PM| Library - Adult Program Room

Come and make a new best friend in this robot-filled class using LEGO WeDo kits. Learn about sequencing and coding, algorithms, and logical operations by building and programming a rover that replicates cars while making driving safer, to building robotic creatures that move. Get your hands ready to start building!

1 Feb
STRING THERAPY: FIBER ARTS GROUP Adults

5:30 PM| Library - Makerspace Area

Join the String Therapy group at the Library. You can bring any knitting, crochet, needle point, or fiber art project to work on and chat in a learning environment. This group is open to anyone who is just looking to learn and those with experience willing to share.

1 Feb
IDEA LAB KIDS: INTRO TO WEB DEVELOPMENT Children

6:00 PM| Library - Adult Program Room

In this program, students will learn about the basics of web development using HTML & CSS.

1 Feb
OSCAR OVERSIGHTS: SNUBBED FILMS Adults

6:30 PM| Library - Fireplace Lounge

Oscar Oversights shines a spotlight on exceptional movies that were overlooked by the Academy Awards. From timeless classics to contemporary gems, join us each night to watch these movies, and discuss the artistry and impact of films that failed to receive the recognition they deserved. Join us as we celebrate the resilience and enduring appeal of these cinematic treasures, redefining the notion of what makes a film truly award-worthy.

 

 

1 Feb
PJ STORYTIME & COLOURING PAGES Children

7:00 PM| Library - Children's Area

Join us for an evening storytime filled with books, rhymes, songs, and puppetry. Wear your PJs, bring a stuffed friend, and enjoy quality family time before bedtime. Stick around for free colouring pages afterward!

 

Feb 8 - Cancelled

2 Feb
GROUNDHOG DAY All Ages

10:00 AM| Library - Children's Area

Mark Groundhog Day at the Library with complimentary activities. Engage, learn, and have fun in a relaxed setting. Everyone’s welcome!

2 Feb
MOVIES Children

10:15 AM| Library - Children's Program Room A

Join us for a movie matinee! 

2 Feb
PA Day Drop-in Craft Children

1:30 PM| 2 Park Drive

Get ready to unleash your creativity and showcase your crafting talents. All materials supplied

2 Feb
DROP-IN MOVIE & POPCORN Children

3:00 PM| Library - Adult Program Room

Join us for a movie night with popcorn! Let our Teen Advisory Group pick the films, and we’ll announce the selections each month. It’s cinematic fun chosen by teens!

2 Feb
BOYS' BOOK CLUB (AGES 8-12) Children

4:00 PM| Library - Children's Program Room A

Read a different book from our children’s book club kits each month and answer questions about the book. Prize awarded to the person, each month, with the most correct answers.

Free, but pre-registration is required.

3 Feb
SATURDAY STORYTIME Children

10:15 AM| Library - Children's Program Room B

Experience brand-new picture books every Saturday! Have fun with songs, rhymes, and puppetry. Recommended for children aged 2+. No program on Jan 27, Feb 10, and Mar 23.

3 Feb
LEARN TO 3D PRINT Makerspace

11:00 AM| Library - Makerspace

Participants will explore and learn 3D design and printing, while using the Tinkercad design software to create their own 3D object. Finished prints will be available for pickup one week after the course; print fees are included in the program cost.

3 Feb
MAKERSPACE OPEN HOURS Makerspace

12:30 PM| Library - Makerspace

Looking for a place where you can be creative?

Look no further than the Makerspace at the Library. It offers many inspiring options from a Recording Studio and 3D printers to sewing machines and more.

There are programs for all ages, or if you just want to come and try things out, stop by during our Makerspace Open Hours. 

OPEN HOURS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

4 Feb
MAKERSPACE OPEN HOURS Makerspace

12:30 PM| Library - Makerspace

Looking for a place where you can be creative?

Look no further than the Makerspace at the Library. It offers many inspiring options from a Recording Studio and 3D printers to sewing machines and more.

There are programs for all ages, or if you just want to come and try things out, stop by during our Makerspace Open Hours. 

OPEN HOURS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

5 Feb
ELEPHANT AND PIGGIE PARTY Children

10:45 AM| Library - Children's Area

Enjoy Mo Willems’ beloved characters, Elephant and Piggie, through engaging stories, creative crafts, and tasty snacks. A fun-filled experience for all fans!

5 Feb
TECH HELP Adults

2:00 PM| Library - Makerspace Area

Need tech help? Get answers to your questions about apps, computers, mobile phones, or any other tech. Drop-in and talk tech with a Library staff member. More in-depth questions may be referred for an appointment

5 Feb
CHESS Children

4:00 PM| Library - Children's Program Room A

Enjoy an hour of engaging chess gameplay! Face opponents with diverse skills, enhancing your game. Boards and pieces provided by the Library. Limited to 20 players. No class on Feb 19 & Mar 25.

5 Feb
IDEA LAB KIDS: LEGO ROBOTICS MAKING SMARTER BOTS Children

6:00 PM| Library - Makerspace

n this program, students will learn to construct a series of smart bots using the Lego Mindstorms EV3 platform including a gripper for some heavy-duty lifting, a self-balancing robot, a color sorting robot, and a robot arm gripper.
Please note: There will be no class on Monday, Feb. 19th.

6 Feb
HISTORIAN IN RESIDENCE Adults

10:00 AM| Library - Local History Room

Curious about local history? Want to know more about the history of your property, of Whitchurch-Stouffville, or the surrounding area? Come and chat with our Historianin-Residence who will be in the Library every Tuesday to talk and help bring light to your questions. The Historianin-Residence will be able to help you use the resources available at the Library and can advise about resources that are available throughout the region.

6 Feb
TUESDAY STORYTIME Children

10:15 AM| Library - Children's Area

Every Tuesday Storytime boasts a unique theme! From dragons and unicorns to Pokémon and princesses, enjoy songs, rhymes, and puppets as part of the experience

6 Feb
DANCE, BABY! Children

11:15 AM| Library - Children's Program Room B

Join the fun in a lively program with your child. Enjoy stretches and dances, accompanied by timeless and contemporary tunes. It’s a musical bonding experience!

6 Feb
EARLYON: INFANT MASSAGE Children

1:30 PM| Library - Children's Program Room B

Promotes nurturing touch and communication and teaches parents how to massage their babies, read their babies’ cues, and helps with bonding and attachment. Visit wsplibrary.ca/earlyon to register.

 

6 Feb
NANO TAPE CREATIONS Children

4:00 PM| Library - Children's Program Room A

Craft squishy wonders using nano tape! Explore a new theme in each class and let your creativity run wild as you make unique, tactile creations.

6 Feb
IDEA LAB KIDS: LEGO ROBOTICS RESCUE BOTS Children

4:30 PM| Library - Makerspace

Come and make a new best friend in this robot-filled class using LEGO WeDo kits. Learn about sequencing and coding, algorithms, and logical operations by building and programming a rover that replicates cars while making driving safer, to building robotic creatures that move. Get your hands ready to start building!

6 Feb
IDEA LAB KIDS: PROGRAMMING WITH PYTHON-ADVANCED Children

6:00 PM| Library - Makerspace

In this program, students will be introduced to arithmetic, counters, advanced while loops, break, continue, arrays, object literals, for loops, function definitions, drawing, and modulo.

7 Feb
ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING: CONVERSATION CLASSES Adults

10:00 AM| Library - Adult Program Room

This program provide a safe, encouraging environment for people learning to improve their English skills. Classes will be held in-person at the Library, instructed by volunteers and/ or Library staff, not accredited teachers. Our classes run from September – June every Wednesday, and welcomes new learners throughout the season. Come join the fun!

7 Feb
WORD WEDNESDAYS Adults

1:00 PM| Library - Fireplace Lounge

With paper puzzles based off the popular Wordle App, enjoy word scrambles, and build your vocabulary

7 Feb
EARLYON: NOBODY'S PERFECT Children

1:30 PM| Library - Children's Program Room B

Nobody’s Perfect, led by trained facilitators, empowers parents through a strengths-based approach. In group sessions, learn positive parenting, children’s health, safety, and behaviour insights. Register at wsplibrary.ca/earlyon.

7 Feb
MAKERSPACE OPEN HOURS Makerspace

2:30 PM| Library - Makerspace

Looking for a place where you can be creative?

Look no further than the Makerspace at the Library. It offers many inspiring options from a Recording Studio and 3D printers to sewing machines and more.

There are programs for all ages, or if you just want to come and try things out, stop by during our Makerspace Open Hours. 

OPEN HOURS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

7 Feb
COCOA CLUB AND STORYTIME Children

4:00 PM| Library - Children's Program Room B

Join us for a delightful winter storytime with books, rhymes, songs, puppetry, and a steaming cup of cocoa. Warm up your cold winter days with us.

7 Feb
IDEA LAB KIDS:CODING:INTRO TO SCRATCH JR. & TYNKER Children

4:30 PM| Library - Adult Program Room

Scratch Jr. is an introductory programming language that enables young children to create their own interactive stories and games. In the first half of this course, children will snap together graphical programming blocks to make characters move, jump, dance, sing, and more. Students will uncover the multiple functions of Scratch Jr. through various activities. In the second half of this course, students will explore Tynker. Tynker is an educational programming platform aimed at teaching kids how to make games and programs using block-based coding. Throughout a variety of activities, students will learn the ins and out of game and app development

7 Feb
IDEA LAB KIDS: INTRO TO PROGRAMMING USING PYTHON Children

6:00 PM| Library - Adult Program Room

This program will introduce students to basic programming concepts, such as algorithms, syntax, loops, and variables, through the engaging and familiar experience of a video game using python language. In each level, players use computational thinking and computer programming to navigate the hero to the goal without running into spikes or being spotted by ogres.

8 Feb
TECH HELP Adults

10:00 AM| Library - Makerspace Area

Need tech help? Get answers to your questions about apps, computers, mobile phones, or any other tech. Drop-in and talk tech with a Library staff member. More in-depth questions may be referred for an appointment

8 Feb
BABY STEM Children

10:15 AM| Library - Children's Program Room B

Discover the wonders of STEM! Babies explore activities that spark curiosity and creativity, fostering a deeper understanding of the world around them.

8 Feb
FREE PLAY Children

11:00 AM| Library - Children's Program Room A

Free play offers a relaxed, drop-in setting with free activities for kids. It’s a great opportunity to meet other parents and find playmates for your children.

8 Feb
MAKERSPACE OPEN HOURS Makerspace

3:00 PM| Library - Makerspace

Looking for a place where you can be creative?

Look no further than the Makerspace at the Library. It offers many inspiring options from a Recording Studio and 3D printers to sewing machines and more.

There are programs for all ages, or if you just want to come and try things out, stop by during our Makerspace Open Hours. 

OPEN HOURS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

8 Feb
IDEA LAB KIDS: LEGO ROBOTICS RESCUE BOTS Children

4:30 PM| Library - Adult Program Room

Come and make a new best friend in this robot-filled class using LEGO WeDo kits. Learn about sequencing and coding, algorithms, and logical operations by building and programming a rover that replicates cars while making driving safer, to building robotic creatures that move. Get your hands ready to start building!

8 Feb
TWEEN MAKER CLUB Teens

5:00 PM| Library - Makerspace

Maker Club for older kids! Tweens learn more about creative technology and maker skills and culture and explore design thinking concepts. Each week, we will focus on a new technology or skill, including 3D design, graphic design, electronics, sculpture, and robotics.

8 Feb
STRING THERAPY: FIBER ARTS GROUP Adults

5:30 PM| Library - Makerspace Area

Join the String Therapy group at the Library. You can bring any knitting, crochet, needle point, or fiber art project to work on and chat in a learning environment. This group is open to anyone who is just looking to learn and those with experience willing to share.

8 Feb
IDEA LAB KIDS: INTRO TO WEB DEVELOPMENT Children

6:00 PM| Library - Adult Program Room

In this program, students will learn about the basics of web development using HTML & CSS.

8 Feb
TEEN ADVISORY GROUP Teens

6:30 PM| Library - Teen Lounge

Teen Advisory Group (TAG) is a teen assembly that meets every month in-person at the Library to discuss and advise the Library on what services and materials they want offered for teens. Earn 1 volunteer hour. Participants must be able to attend for the entire meeting to earn their volunteer hour

8 Feb
OSCAR OVERSIGHTS: SNUBBED FILMS Adults

6:30 PM| Library - Fireplace Lounge

Oscar Oversights shines a spotlight on exceptional movies that were overlooked by the Academy Awards. From timeless classics to contemporary gems, join us each night to watch these movies, and discuss the artistry and impact of films that failed to receive the recognition they deserved. Join us as we celebrate the resilience and enduring appeal of these cinematic treasures, redefining the notion of what makes a film truly award-worthy.

 

 

9 Feb
DROP-IN BABY SOCIAL (AGES 0-12 MONTHS) Children

10:00 AM| Library - Children's Program Room A

Meet other babies and caregivers in a casual, drop-in environment! Babies will be provided with puzzles and baby-safe toys.


Dates: Jan 12, Feb 9, Mar 8
 
Drop in, free.
10 Feb
BREAK A RECORD Children

10:30 AM| Library - Children's Program Room A and B

How fast can you type the alphabet backwards? In this program we will try and break a variety of Guiness World Records.

10 Feb
MAKERSPACE OPEN HOURS Makerspace

12:30 PM| Library - Makerspace

Looking for a place where you can be creative?

Look no further than the Makerspace at the Library. It offers many inspiring options from a Recording Studio and 3D printers to sewing machines and more.

There are programs for all ages, or if you just want to come and try things out, stop by during our Makerspace Open Hours. 

OPEN HOURS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

11 Feb
MAKERSPACE OPEN HOURS Makerspace

12:30 PM| Library - Makerspace

Looking for a place where you can be creative?

Look no further than the Makerspace at the Library. It offers many inspiring options from a Recording Studio and 3D printers to sewing machines and more.

There are programs for all ages, or if you just want to come and try things out, stop by during our Makerspace Open Hours. 

OPEN HOURS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

12 Feb
MOVIE MATINEE Adults

10:30 AM| Library - Adult Program Room

Experience cinematic delight at the Library’s Movie Matinee! Join us for weekday screenings of new releases and timeless favourites, complete with beverages and popcorn. Unwind in a tranquil setting, ideal for those seeking a serene alternative to bustling theaters. Check which titles are playing in the Library or online and relish a quiet movie time.

12 Feb
TECH HELP Adults

2:00 PM| Library - Makerspace Area

Need tech help? Get answers to your questions about apps, computers, mobile phones, or any other tech. Drop-in and talk tech with a Library staff member. More in-depth questions may be referred for an appointment

12 Feb
CHESS Children

4:00 PM| Library - Children's Program Room A

Enjoy an hour of engaging chess gameplay! Face opponents with diverse skills, enhancing your game. Boards and pieces provided by the Library. Limited to 20 players. No class on Feb 19 & Mar 25.

12 Feb
IDEA LAB KIDS: LEGO ROBOTICS MAKING SMARTER BOTS Children

6:00 PM| Library - Makerspace

n this program, students will learn to construct a series of smart bots using the Lego Mindstorms EV3 platform including a gripper for some heavy-duty lifting, a self-balancing robot, a color sorting robot, and a robot arm gripper.
Please note: There will be no class on Monday, Feb. 19th.

13 Feb
HISTORIAN IN RESIDENCE Adults

10:00 AM| Library - Local History Room

Curious about local history? Want to know more about the history of your property, of Whitchurch-Stouffville, or the surrounding area? Come and chat with our Historianin-Residence who will be in the Library every Tuesday to talk and help bring light to your questions. The Historianin-Residence will be able to help you use the resources available at the Library and can advise about resources that are available throughout the region.

13 Feb
TUESDAY STORYTIME Children

10:15 AM| Library - Children's Area

Every Tuesday Storytime boasts a unique theme! From dragons and unicorns to Pokémon and princesses, enjoy songs, rhymes, and puppets as part of the experience

13 Feb
INTRODUCTION TO 3D PRINTING FOR ADULTS Makerspace

10:30 AM| Library - Makerspace

Experience 3D printing for various applications, from hobbies to prototyping. Learn to find or design 3D files and prep them for printing in our Makerspace. One 3D print included; available for pickup in a week.

13 Feb
DANCE, BABY! Children

11:15 AM| Library - Children's Program Room B

Join the fun in a lively program with your child. Enjoy stretches and dances, accompanied by timeless and contemporary tunes. It’s a musical bonding experience!

13 Feb
EARLYON: INFANT MASSAGE Children

1:30 PM| Library - Children's Program Room B

Promotes nurturing touch and communication and teaches parents how to massage their babies, read their babies’ cues, and helps with bonding and attachment. Visit wsplibrary.ca/earlyon to register.

 

13 Feb
DROP-IN CARD MAKING WORKSHOP Children

4:00 PM| Children's Area

Make some cards for friends, family, loved ones, and more!
 
13 Feb
IDEA LAB KIDS: LEGO ROBOTICS RESCUE BOTS Children

4:30 PM| Library - Makerspace

Come and make a new best friend in this robot-filled class using LEGO WeDo kits. Learn about sequencing and coding, algorithms, and logical operations by building and programming a rover that replicates cars while making driving safer, to building robotic creatures that move. Get your hands ready to start building!

13 Feb
IDEA LAB KIDS: PROGRAMMING WITH PYTHON-ADVANCED Children

6:00 PM| Library - Makerspace

In this program, students will be introduced to arithmetic, counters, advanced while loops, break, continue, arrays, object literals, for loops, function definitions, drawing, and modulo.

14 Feb
ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING: CONVERSATION CLASSES Adults

10:00 AM| Library - Adult Program Room

This program provide a safe, encouraging environment for people learning to improve their English skills. Classes will be held in-person at the Library, instructed by volunteers and/ or Library staff, not accredited teachers. Our classes run from September – June every Wednesday, and welcomes new learners throughout the season. Come join the fun!

14 Feb
WORD WEDNESDAYS Adults

1:00 PM| Library - Fireplace Lounge

With paper puzzles based off the popular Wordle App, enjoy word scrambles, and build your vocabulary

14 Feb
EARLYON: NOBODY'S PERFECT Children

1:30 PM| Library - Children's Program Room B

Nobody’s Perfect, led by trained facilitators, empowers parents through a strengths-based approach. In group sessions, learn positive parenting, children’s health, safety, and behaviour insights. Register at wsplibrary.ca/earlyon.

14 Feb
MAKERSPACE OPEN HOURS Makerspace

2:30 PM| Library - Makerspace

Looking for a place where you can be creative?

Look no further than the Makerspace at the Library. It offers many inspiring options from a Recording Studio and 3D printers to sewing machines and more.

There are programs for all ages, or if you just want to come and try things out, stop by during our Makerspace Open Hours. 

OPEN HOURS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

14 Feb
COCOA CLUB AND STORYTIME Children

4:00 PM| Library - Children's Program Room B

Join us for a delightful winter storytime with books, rhymes, songs, puppetry, and a steaming cup of cocoa. Warm up your cold winter days with us.

14 Feb
IDEA LAB KIDS:CODING:INTRO TO SCRATCH JR. & TYNKER Children

4:30 PM| Library - Adult Program Room

Scratch Jr. is an introductory programming language that enables young children to create their own interactive stories and games. In the first half of this course, children will snap together graphical programming blocks to make characters move, jump, dance, sing, and more. Students will uncover the multiple functions of Scratch Jr. through various activities. In the second half of this course, students will explore Tynker. Tynker is an educational programming platform aimed at teaching kids how to make games and programs using block-based coding. Throughout a variety of activities, students will learn the ins and out of game and app development

14 Feb
IDEA LAB KIDS: INTRO TO PROGRAMMING USING PYTHON Children

6:00 PM| Library - Adult Program Room

This program will introduce students to basic programming concepts, such as algorithms, syntax, loops, and variables, through the engaging and familiar experience of a video game using python language. In each level, players use computational thinking and computer programming to navigate the hero to the goal without running into spikes or being spotted by ogres.

15 Feb
TECH HELP Adults

10:00 AM| Library - Makerspace Area

Need tech help? Get answers to your questions about apps, computers, mobile phones, or any other tech. Drop-in and talk tech with a Library staff member. More in-depth questions may be referred for an appointment

15 Feb
ADULT BOOK CLUB - MORNING Adults

10:00 AM| Library - Adult Program Room

Join us for a discussion on the monthly book choice. Our Clubs run from September – June and meet on the 3rd Thursday (morning) or 4th Tuesday (evening) of the month. Spots are limited; email explore@wsplibrary.ca to reserve your spot and pick up a copy of your club’s book.
15 Feb
BABY STEM Children

10:15 AM| Library - Children's Program Room B

Discover the wonders of STEM! Babies explore activities that spark curiosity and creativity, fostering a deeper understanding of the world around them.

15 Feb
FREE PLAY Children

11:00 AM| Library - Children's Program Room A

Free play offers a relaxed, drop-in setting with free activities for kids. It’s a great opportunity to meet other parents and find playmates for your children.

15 Feb
MAKERSPACE OPEN HOURS Makerspace

3:00 PM| Library - Makerspace

Looking for a place where you can be creative?

Look no further than the Makerspace at the Library. It offers many inspiring options from a Recording Studio and 3D printers to sewing machines and more.

There are programs for all ages, or if you just want to come and try things out, stop by during our Makerspace Open Hours. 

OPEN HOURS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

15 Feb
JOLLY PHONICS Children

4:00 PM| Library - Children's Program Room A

In Jolly Phonics, your child will develop proper pencil grip, master letter formation, grasp phonetic sounds, and blend them to read simple words

 

February 8 - cancelled

15 Feb
IDEA LAB KIDS: LEGO ROBOTICS RESCUE BOTS Children

4:30 PM| Library - Adult Program Room

Come and make a new best friend in this robot-filled class using LEGO WeDo kits. Learn about sequencing and coding, algorithms, and logical operations by building and programming a rover that replicates cars while making driving safer, to building robotic creatures that move. Get your hands ready to start building!

15 Feb
TWEEN MAKER CLUB Teens

5:00 PM| Library - Makerspace

Maker Club for older kids! Tweens learn more about creative technology and maker skills and culture and explore design thinking concepts. Each week, we will focus on a new technology or skill, including 3D design, graphic design, electronics, sculpture, and robotics.

15 Feb
STRING THERAPY: FIBER ARTS GROUP Adults

5:30 PM| Library - Makerspace Area

Join the String Therapy group at the Library. You can bring any knitting, crochet, needle point, or fiber art project to work on and chat in a learning environment. This group is open to anyone who is just looking to learn and those with experience willing to share.

15 Feb
IDEA LAB KIDS: INTRO TO WEB DEVELOPMENT Children

6:00 PM| Library - Adult Program Room

In this program, students will learn about the basics of web development using HTML & CSS.

15 Feb
OSCAR OVERSIGHTS: SNUBBED FILMS Adults

6:30 PM| Library - Fireplace Lounge

Oscar Oversights shines a spotlight on exceptional movies that were overlooked by the Academy Awards. From timeless classics to contemporary gems, join us each night to watch these movies, and discuss the artistry and impact of films that failed to receive the recognition they deserved. Join us as we celebrate the resilience and enduring appeal of these cinematic treasures, redefining the notion of what makes a film truly award-worthy.

 

 

15 Feb
PJ STORYTIME & COLOURING PAGES Children

7:00 PM| Library - Children's Area

Join us for an evening storytime filled with books, rhymes, songs, and puppetry. Wear your PJs, bring a stuffed friend, and enjoy quality family time before bedtime. Stick around for free colouring pages afterward!

 

Feb 8 - Cancelled

15 Feb
HIDDEN ROOTS: SAVING MEMORIES AND BUILDING CONFIDENCE Adults

7:00 PM| Library - Adult Program Room

Building on the new skills developed as a genealogist, we will start looking at the skills needed to uncover and save family stories. We will discuss ways to protect physical objects such as photos or notebooks, and we will start to discuss capturing memories through oral histories with family members.

16 Feb
PLAYDOUGH CREATIONS Children

10:15 AM| Library - Children's Program Room A

Dive into the tactile world of playdough and sculpt your imagination into reality. It's not just about fun, it's about expressing yourself through art!


Drop in, space limited. Playdough, mats and utensils provided.
16 Feb
HIDDEN ROOTS: BEYOND THE BASICS Adults

10:30 AM| Library - Adult Program Room

Building on the two previous courses, we will look at ways to transition into onsite research and discuss the skills, resources, and commitment that genealogy requires

16 Feb
GIRLS' BOOK CLUB (AGES 8-12) Children

4:00 PM| Library - Children's Program Room A

Read a different book from our children’s book club kits each month and answer questions about the book. Prize awarded to the person, each month, with the most correct answers.

Free, but pre-registration is required.

17 Feb
SATURDAY STORYTIME Children

10:15 AM| Library - Children's Program Room B

Experience brand-new picture books every Saturday! Have fun with songs, rhymes, and puppetry. Recommended for children aged 2+. No program on Jan 27, Feb 10, and Mar 23.

17 Feb
3D DESIGN CHALLEGE (AGES 9-12) Makerspace

11:00 AM| Library - Makerspace

Children who have finished Learn to 3D Print can explore advanced 3D design in two weeks. In Week 1, we tackle a challenge and build prototypes. In Week 2, we refine these prototypes into our final designs. Prints ready for pickup in one week, with fees covered.

17 Feb
DROP-IN LEGO Children

11:15 AM| Library - Children's Program Room A

Drop by the Library for a free-for-all creation session. Unleash your creativity, build unique designs, and spark your imagination using our extensive LEGO Collection.

17 Feb
MAKERSPACE OPEN HOURS Makerspace

12:30 PM| Library - Makerspace

Looking for a place where you can be creative?

Look no further than the Makerspace at the Library. It offers many inspiring options from a Recording Studio and 3D printers to sewing machines and more.

There are programs for all ages, or if you just want to come and try things out, stop by during our Makerspace Open Hours. 

OPEN HOURS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

17 Feb
DESIGNING MINECRAFT SKINS Children

2:00 PM| Library - Children's Program Room A

Learn how to customize and design your own Minecraft skin! We encourage you to bring your own USB so you can take your design home.

18 Feb
MAKERSPACE OPEN HOURS Makerspace

12:30 PM| Library - Makerspace

Looking for a place where you can be creative?

Look no further than the Makerspace at the Library. It offers many inspiring options from a Recording Studio and 3D printers to sewing machines and more.

There are programs for all ages, or if you just want to come and try things out, stop by during our Makerspace Open Hours. 

OPEN HOURS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

18 Feb
CARDS AND GAMES FOR ADULTS Adults

1:00 PM| Library - Adult Program Room

19 Feb
Family Day Open Hours All Ages

9:30 AM| Library

19 Feb
DROP-IN CRAFT All Ages

10:00 AM| Library

19 Feb
Balloon Artist Derek Wong All Ages

10:00 AM| Library

19 Feb
Musician Russ Clayton All Ages

10:30 AM| Library

19 Feb
Storytime All Ages

12:00 PM| Library

20 Feb
HISTORIAN IN RESIDENCE Adults

10:00 AM| Library - Local History Room

Curious about local history? Want to know more about the history of your property, of Whitchurch-Stouffville, or the surrounding area? Come and chat with our Historianin-Residence who will be in the Library every Tuesday to talk and help bring light to your questions. The Historianin-Residence will be able to help you use the resources available at the Library and can advise about resources that are available throughout the region.

20 Feb
TUESDAY STORYTIME Children

10:15 AM| Library - Children's Area

Every Tuesday Storytime boasts a unique theme! From dragons and unicorns to Pokémon and princesses, enjoy songs, rhymes, and puppets as part of the experience

20 Feb
DANCE, BABY! Children

11:15 AM| Library - Children's Program Room B

Join the fun in a lively program with your child. Enjoy stretches and dances, accompanied by timeless and contemporary tunes. It’s a musical bonding experience!

20 Feb
GROCERY GAMES Children

4:00 PM| Library - Children's Program Room B

Let’s play grocery games together at the Library! Your child will have the opportunity to be a cashier, a customer, count money, and go shopping in this fun pretend-play session.

20 Feb
CANCELLED - STENCIL ART Children

4:00 PM| Library - Children's Program Room A

Hone your artistic talents through stencil-based art creation. Join us to explore the world of stencils and unlock your creative potential in a fun and educational setting.

20 Feb
IDEA LAB KIDS: LEGO ROBOTICS RESCUE BOTS Children

4:30 PM| Library - Makerspace

Come and make a new best friend in this robot-filled class using LEGO WeDo kits. Learn about sequencing and coding, algorithms, and logical operations by building and programming a rover that replicates cars while making driving safer, to building robotic creatures that move. Get your hands ready to start building!

20 Feb
IDEA LAB KIDS: PROGRAMMING WITH PYTHON-ADVANCED Children

6:00 PM| Library - Makerspace

In this program, students will be introduced to arithmetic, counters, advanced while loops, break, continue, arrays, object literals, for loops, function definitions, drawing, and modulo.

21 Feb
ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING: CONVERSATION CLASSES Adults

10:00 AM| Library - Adult Program Room

This program provide a safe, encouraging environment for people learning to improve their English skills. Classes will be held in-person at the Library, instructed by volunteers and/ or Library staff, not accredited teachers. Our classes run from September – June every Wednesday, and welcomes new learners throughout the season. Come join the fun!

21 Feb
WORD WEDNESDAYS Adults

1:00 PM| Library - Fireplace Lounge

With paper puzzles based off the popular Wordle App, enjoy word scrambles, and build your vocabulary

21 Feb
EARLYON: NOBODY'S PERFECT Children

1:30 PM| Library - Children's Program Room B

Nobody’s Perfect, led by trained facilitators, empowers parents through a strengths-based approach. In group sessions, learn positive parenting, children’s health, safety, and behaviour insights. Register at wsplibrary.ca/earlyon.

21 Feb
MAKERSPACE OPEN HOURS Makerspace

2:30 PM| Library - Makerspace

Looking for a place where you can be creative?

Look no further than the Makerspace at the Library. It offers many inspiring options from a Recording Studio and 3D printers to sewing machines and more.

There are programs for all ages, or if you just want to come and try things out, stop by during our Makerspace Open Hours. 

OPEN HOURS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

21 Feb
COCOA CLUB AND STORYTIME Children

4:00 PM| Library - Children's Program Room B

Join us for a delightful winter storytime with books, rhymes, songs, puppetry, and a steaming cup of cocoa. Warm up your cold winter days with us.

21 Feb
IDEA LAB KIDS:CODING:INTRO TO SCRATCH JR. & TYNKER Children

4:30 PM| Library - Adult Program Room

Scratch Jr. is an introductory programming language that enables young children to create their own interactive stories and games. In the first half of this course, children will snap together graphical programming blocks to make characters move, jump, dance, sing, and more. Students will uncover the multiple functions of Scratch Jr. through various activities. In the second half of this course, students will explore Tynker. Tynker is an educational programming platform aimed at teaching kids how to make games and programs using block-based coding. Throughout a variety of activities, students will learn the ins and out of game and app development

21 Feb
IDEA LAB KIDS: INTRO TO PROGRAMMING USING PYTHON Children

6:00 PM| Library - Adult Program Room

This program will introduce students to basic programming concepts, such as algorithms, syntax, loops, and variables, through the engaging and familiar experience of a video game using python language. In each level, players use computational thinking and computer programming to navigate the hero to the goal without running into spikes or being spotted by ogres.

22 Feb
TECH HELP Adults

10:00 AM| Library - Makerspace Area

Need tech help? Get answers to your questions about apps, computers, mobile phones, or any other tech. Drop-in and talk tech with a Library staff member. More in-depth questions may be referred for an appointment

22 Feb
COUNTING STORYTIME Children

10:15 AM| Library - Children's Area

Join us for an energetic storytime filled with counting games, fingerplays, and rhymes! It’s an action-packed adventure for young readers.

22 Feb
FREE PLAY Children

11:00 AM| Library - Children's Program Room A

Free play offers a relaxed, drop-in setting with free activities for kids. It’s a great opportunity to meet other parents and find playmates for your children.

22 Feb
EarlyON - Infant Massage Children

1:30 PM| 2 Park Drive

Promotes nurturing touch and communication and teaches parents how to massage their babies, read their babies’ cues, and help with bonding and attachment. Visit wsplibrary.ca/earlyon to register.

22 Feb
Tiny Toes Children

1:30 PM| 2 Park Drive

This program invites parents, caregivers, and babies to engage in fun and interactive music and movement experiences to enhance and support adult-baby connection, physical literacy, and early learning.

22 Feb
MAKERSPACE OPEN HOURS Makerspace

3:00 PM| Library - Makerspace

Looking for a place where you can be creative?

Look no further than the Makerspace at the Library. It offers many inspiring options from a Recording Studio and 3D printers to sewing machines and more.

There are programs for all ages, or if you just want to come and try things out, stop by during our Makerspace Open Hours. 

OPEN HOURS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

22 Feb
JOLLY PHONICS Children

4:00 PM| Library - Children's Program Room A

In Jolly Phonics, your child will develop proper pencil grip, master letter formation, grasp phonetic sounds, and blend them to read simple words

 

February 8 - cancelled

22 Feb
IDEA LAB KIDS: LEGO ROBOTICS RESCUE BOTS Children

4:30 PM| Library - Adult Program Room

Come and make a new best friend in this robot-filled class using LEGO WeDo kits. Learn about sequencing and coding, algorithms, and logical operations by building and programming a rover that replicates cars while making driving safer, to building robotic creatures that move. Get your hands ready to start building!

22 Feb
TWEEN MAKER CLUB Teens

5:00 PM| Library - Makerspace

Maker Club for older kids! Tweens learn more about creative technology and maker skills and culture and explore design thinking concepts. Each week, we will focus on a new technology or skill, including 3D design, graphic design, electronics, sculpture, and robotics.

22 Feb
STRING THERAPY: FIBER ARTS GROUP Adults

5:30 PM| Library - Makerspace Area

Join the String Therapy group at the Library. You can bring any knitting, crochet, needle point, or fiber art project to work on and chat in a learning environment. This group is open to anyone who is just looking to learn and those with experience willing to share.

22 Feb
IDEA LAB KIDS: INTRO TO WEB DEVELOPMENT Children

6:00 PM| Library - Adult Program Room

In this program, students will learn about the basics of web development using HTML & CSS.

22 Feb
OSCAR OVERSIGHTS: SNUBBED FILMS Adults

6:30 PM| Library - Fireplace Lounge

Oscar Oversights shines a spotlight on exceptional movies that were overlooked by the Academy Awards. From timeless classics to contemporary gems, join us each night to watch these movies, and discuss the artistry and impact of films that failed to receive the recognition they deserved. Join us as we celebrate the resilience and enduring appeal of these cinematic treasures, redefining the notion of what makes a film truly award-worthy.

 

 

22 Feb
PJ STORYTIME & COLOURING PAGES Children

7:00 PM| Library - Children's Area

Join us for an evening storytime filled with books, rhymes, songs, and puppetry. Wear your PJs, bring a stuffed friend, and enjoy quality family time before bedtime. Stick around for free colouring pages afterward!

 

Feb 8 - Cancelled

22 Feb
HIDDEN ROOTS: BEYOND THE BASICS Adults

7:00 PM| Library - Adult Program Room

Building on the two previous courses, we will look at ways to transition into onsite research and discuss the skills, resources, and commitment that genealogy requires

22 Feb
23 Feb
BEGINNER MACHINE SEWING Makerspace

2:00 PM| Library - Makerspace

Learn the basics of using a sewing machine. This session is aimed toward beginners who have little to no experience sewing on a machine. Folks of all skill levels are welcome.

24 Feb
SATURDAY STORYTIME Children

10:15 AM| Library - Children's Program Room B

Experience brand-new picture books every Saturday! Have fun with songs, rhymes, and puppetry. Recommended for children aged 2+. No program on Jan 27, Feb 10, and Mar 23.

24 Feb
3D DESIGN CHALLEGE (AGES 9-12) Makerspace

11:00 AM| Library - Makerspace

Children who have finished Learn to 3D Print can explore advanced 3D design in two weeks. In Week 1, we tackle a challenge and build prototypes. In Week 2, we refine these prototypes into our final designs. Prints ready for pickup in one week, with fees covered.

24 Feb
MAKERSPACE OPEN HOURS Makerspace

12:30 PM| Library - Makerspace

Looking for a place where you can be creative?

Look no further than the Makerspace at the Library. It offers many inspiring options from a Recording Studio and 3D printers to sewing machines and more.

There are programs for all ages, or if you just want to come and try things out, stop by during our Makerspace Open Hours. 

OPEN HOURS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

24 Feb
TASTE TEST CHALLENGE Children

3:00 PM| Library - Children's Program Room A

Participants in this program are challenged to eat and drink items while blindfolded. Are you brave enough to consume what you can't see?

25 Feb
MAKERSPACE OPEN HOURS Makerspace

12:30 PM| Library - Makerspace

Looking for a place where you can be creative?

Look no further than the Makerspace at the Library. It offers many inspiring options from a Recording Studio and 3D printers to sewing machines and more.

There are programs for all ages, or if you just want to come and try things out, stop by during our Makerspace Open Hours. 

OPEN HOURS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

25 Feb
CARDS AND GAMES FOR ADULTS Adults

1:00 PM| Library - Adult Program Room

26 Feb
TECH HELP Adults

2:00 PM| Library - Makerspace Area

Need tech help? Get answers to your questions about apps, computers, mobile phones, or any other tech. Drop-in and talk tech with a Library staff member. More in-depth questions may be referred for an appointment

26 Feb
CHESS Children

4:00 PM| Library - Children's Program Room A

Enjoy an hour of engaging chess gameplay! Face opponents with diverse skills, enhancing your game. Boards and pieces provided by the Library. Limited to 20 players. No class on Feb 19 & Mar 25.

26 Feb
IDEA LAB KIDS: LEGO ROBOTICS MAKING SMARTER BOTS Children

6:00 PM| Library - Makerspace

n this program, students will learn to construct a series of smart bots using the Lego Mindstorms EV3 platform including a gripper for some heavy-duty lifting, a self-balancing robot, a color sorting robot, and a robot arm gripper.
Please note: There will be no class on Monday, Feb. 19th.

27 Feb
HISTORIAN IN RESIDENCE Adults

10:00 AM| Library - Local History Room

Curious about local history? Want to know more about the history of your property, of Whitchurch-Stouffville, or the surrounding area? Come and chat with our Historianin-Residence who will be in the Library every Tuesday to talk and help bring light to your questions. The Historianin-Residence will be able to help you use the resources available at the Library and can advise about resources that are available throughout the region.

27 Feb
TUESDAY STORYTIME Children

10:15 AM| Library - Children's Area

Every Tuesday Storytime boasts a unique theme! From dragons and unicorns to Pokémon and princesses, enjoy songs, rhymes, and puppets as part of the experience

27 Feb
MAKE YOUR OWN POKEMON CARDS Children

4:00 PM| Library - Children's Program Room A

Craft your own Pokémon card! Dive into the world of creativity and make a unique card based on the beloved characters from the Pokémon universe.

27 Feb
Pokémon Party Children

4:00 PM| 2 Park Drive

27 Feb
IDEA LAB KIDS: LEGO ROBOTICS RESCUE BOTS Children

4:30 PM| Library - Makerspace

Come and make a new best friend in this robot-filled class using LEGO WeDo kits. Learn about sequencing and coding, algorithms, and logical operations by building and programming a rover that replicates cars while making driving safer, to building robotic creatures that move. Get your hands ready to start building!

27 Feb
IDEA LAB KIDS: PROGRAMMING WITH PYTHON-ADVANCED Children

6:00 PM| Library - Makerspace

In this program, students will be introduced to arithmetic, counters, advanced while loops, break, continue, arrays, object literals, for loops, function definitions, drawing, and modulo.

27 Feb
ADULT BOOK CLUB - EVENING Adults

7:00 PM| Library - Adult Program Room

Join us for a discussion on the monthly book choice. Our Clubs run from September – June and meet on the 3rd Thursday (morning) or 4th Tuesday (evening) of the month. Spots are limited; email explore@wsplibrary.ca to reserve your spot and pick up a copy of your club’s book.

28 Feb
ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING: CONVERSATION CLASSES Adults

10:00 AM| Library - Adult Program Room

This program provide a safe, encouraging environment for people learning to improve their English skills. Classes will be held in-person at the Library, instructed by volunteers and/ or Library staff, not accredited teachers. Our classes run from September – June every Wednesday, and welcomes new learners throughout the season. Come join the fun!

28 Feb
WORD WEDNESDAYS Adults

1:00 PM| Library - Fireplace Lounge

With paper puzzles based off the popular Wordle App, enjoy word scrambles, and build your vocabulary

28 Feb
EARLYON: NOBODY'S PERFECT Children

1:30 PM| Library - Children's Program Room B

Nobody’s Perfect, led by trained facilitators, empowers parents through a strengths-based approach. In group sessions, learn positive parenting, children’s health, safety, and behaviour insights. Register at wsplibrary.ca/earlyon.

28 Feb
MAKERSPACE OPEN HOURS Makerspace

2:30 PM| Library - Makerspace

Looking for a place where you can be creative?

Look no further than the Makerspace at the Library. It offers many inspiring options from a Recording Studio and 3D printers to sewing machines and more.

There are programs for all ages, or if you just want to come and try things out, stop by during our Makerspace Open Hours. 

OPEN HOURS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

28 Feb
COCOA CLUB AND STORYTIME Children

4:00 PM| Library - Children's Program Room B

Join us for a delightful winter storytime with books, rhymes, songs, puppetry, and a steaming cup of cocoa. Warm up your cold winter days with us.

28 Feb
IDEA LAB KIDS:CODING:INTRO TO SCRATCH JR. & TYNKER Children

4:30 PM| Library - Adult Program Room

Scratch Jr. is an introductory programming language that enables young children to create their own interactive stories and games. In the first half of this course, children will snap together graphical programming blocks to make characters move, jump, dance, sing, and more. Students will uncover the multiple functions of Scratch Jr. through various activities. In the second half of this course, students will explore Tynker. Tynker is an educational programming platform aimed at teaching kids how to make games and programs using block-based coding. Throughout a variety of activities, students will learn the ins and out of game and app development

28 Feb
IDEA LAB KIDS: INTRO TO PROGRAMMING USING PYTHON Children

6:00 PM| Library - Adult Program Room

This program will introduce students to basic programming concepts, such as algorithms, syntax, loops, and variables, through the engaging and familiar experience of a video game using python language. In each level, players use computational thinking and computer programming to navigate the hero to the goal without running into spikes or being spotted by ogres.

29 Feb
TECH HELP Adults

10:00 AM| Library - Makerspace Area

Need tech help? Get answers to your questions about apps, computers, mobile phones, or any other tech. Drop-in and talk tech with a Library staff member. More in-depth questions may be referred for an appointment

29 Feb
CANCELLED - ONE IS FUN Children

10:15 AM| Library - Children's Program Room B

Spend quality time together learning rhymes, songs, and sharing stories with your one-year-old. No program on Mar 14.

29 Feb
FREE PLAY Children

11:00 AM| Library - Children's Program Room A

Free play offers a relaxed, drop-in setting with free activities for kids. It’s a great opportunity to meet other parents and find playmates for your children.

29 Feb
MAKERSPACE OPEN HOURS Makerspace

3:00 PM| Library - Makerspace

Looking for a place where you can be creative?

Look no further than the Makerspace at the Library. It offers many inspiring options from a Recording Studio and 3D printers to sewing machines and more.

There are programs for all ages, or if you just want to come and try things out, stop by during our Makerspace Open Hours. 

OPEN HOURS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

29 Feb
BOARD GAME CAFE Teens

4:00 PM| Library - Teen Lounge

Drop into our board game café to play new games or revisit classics. Bring your own board game, puzzles, and cards, or try one from our collection. The Nintendo Switch or PS4 will be set up for multiplayer video games. Participants are welcome to bring their own Nintendo Switches or controllers. Snacks provided!

29 Feb
JOLLY PHONICS Children

4:00 PM| Library - Children's Program Room A

In Jolly Phonics, your child will develop proper pencil grip, master letter formation, grasp phonetic sounds, and blend them to read simple words

 

February 8 - cancelled

29 Feb
IDEA LAB KIDS: LEGO ROBOTICS RESCUE BOTS Children

4:30 PM| Library - Adult Program Room

Come and make a new best friend in this robot-filled class using LEGO WeDo kits. Learn about sequencing and coding, algorithms, and logical operations by building and programming a rover that replicates cars while making driving safer, to building robotic creatures that move. Get your hands ready to start building!

29 Feb
TWEEN MAKER CLUB Teens

5:00 PM| Library - Makerspace

Maker Club for older kids! Tweens learn more about creative technology and maker skills and culture and explore design thinking concepts. Each week, we will focus on a new technology or skill, including 3D design, graphic design, electronics, sculpture, and robotics.

29 Feb
STRING THERAPY: FIBER ARTS GROUP Adults

5:30 PM| Library - Makerspace Area

Join the String Therapy group at the Library. You can bring any knitting, crochet, needle point, or fiber art project to work on and chat in a learning environment. This group is open to anyone who is just looking to learn and those with experience willing to share.

29 Feb
IDEA LAB KIDS: INTRO TO WEB DEVELOPMENT Children

6:00 PM| Library - Adult Program Room

In this program, students will learn about the basics of web development using HTML & CSS.

29 Feb
OSCAR OVERSIGHTS: SNUBBED FILMS Adults

6:30 PM| Library - Fireplace Lounge

Oscar Oversights shines a spotlight on exceptional movies that were overlooked by the Academy Awards. From timeless classics to contemporary gems, join us each night to watch these movies, and discuss the artistry and impact of films that failed to receive the recognition they deserved. Join us as we celebrate the resilience and enduring appeal of these cinematic treasures, redefining the notion of what makes a film truly award-worthy.

 

 

29 Feb
CANCELLED - PJ Storytime& Colouring Pages All Ages

7:00 PM| Library - Children's Area


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