Local News & Library Events

This June we are excited to have not one, but FIVE events offered by community members! The North Bay Astronomy club will be dropping by one of our weekly homeschool groups for an awesome presentation titled "The Life of a Star". For all our DIY fans, Welcome Signs are returning for one night only! For those looking to learn something new, sign up for a great Q&A presentation with Stephanie from Stone Oaks Farm about the highs and lows of successful hobby farming. In celebration of Pride month Seth Compton from OUTLoud North Bay will be here to discuss gender pronouns and how we use them.

We will also be offering an evening with Mary Stokes, on the introduction to drumming, followed by a drumming circle. Read on for dates and how to reserve your spot for one of these great events.

Library Perks

Do you have a skill, business, or hobby you want to share with the community? Share your skills and talents here at the library! We are always existed to host events in partnership with local businesses. If you are a business owner, hobbyist, or have a skill you want to share please reach out to us for our 2023 Summer Workshop Season. Let's start a conversation; email, send a message, or stop by the library on your way through town.
 

Reading Recommendations

Nouveautés: Découvrez nos nouveaux titres français ce mois-ci. Nous avons une nouvelle série de Jean-Pierre Charland intitulée "Chez Maitre Soi".

Queer Voices: In celebration of Pride month we are excited to put a spotlight on queer authors and stories. We Have Always Been Here A Queer Muslim Memoir is brilliantly written on the human experience. Rainbow Revolutionaries: Fifty LGBTQ+ People Who Made History has great, inspirational moments in history with highlights of queer achievements.
 

Time for a Drink!: Nicer weather is a great reason for nicer things to drink! Try out some recipes from the The New York Bartender's Guide To Cocktails & Mixed Drinks which includes non-alcoholic drinks as well. Impress everyone this summer with your new skills!

Cricut Classes

Tuesdays & Wednesdays by appointment

If you can think of it, our Cricut cutter can cut it!  Make stickers, stencils, wooden signs and so much more.  Custom items are easy to make and always fun to gift.  Click here to book your appointment with our Cricut instructor Breya.  Bring your project ideas and get creative!
 

Small Business Toolkit

Tuesdays & Wednesdays by appointment

Starting your own business?  Are you a young entrepreneur?  Our Small Business Success classes are a five part series with all the tools you need to build and launch your very own business idea.  Learn how to create a Facebook business page, design a logo, make a website, and order business cards.  This five part crash course is ideal for all small business owners.  Click here to sign up for this amazing library resource.  

Tech Help

Tuesdays & Wednesdays by appointment

Sign up for our Technology Training Classes and take control of your online life.  Password management, online safety, and social media smarts are all available at no cost to our library members.  Book a 30 minute tech appointment Tuesdays or Wednesdays to solve or troubleshoot all your tech questions and problems. Learn new skills, set up new devices, and connect with your friends through our social media classes. Sign up by clicking here or calling the library at 705-752-2042.  

Coffee Club

Mondays at 1:00 pm / Tuesdays at 3:00 pm
 

Coffee club is back!  Come down to the library café Mondays at 1:00 and Tuesdays at 3:00 pm to chat with friends and neighbors.   Find out about all things East Ferris and share exciting news.  A drop in program, no advanced sign up required.

Minecraft Club 

Monday - Thursday at 4:00 pm

Do your kids love Minecraft?  Your library has a Minecraft Club for kids aged 7-14!  Come down to the library Monday to Thursday at 4:00 pm for an hour of Minecraft building and more on our secure library server.   No sign up required.

Colouring Contest

June 2023

Celebrate love with this month's colouring sheet! Colour in a diverse crowd of people at a pride day parade. Enter for a chance to win a surprise from the library treasure chest. Pick up a page here at the library or print now. Winner announced at the end of the month.

5 ft Welcome Signs

June 6th at 5:30 pm - $25

Welcome signs are back by popular demand! Come make your very own welcome sign here at the library. Choose your stain, paint colour, and learn to use Cricut stencils made with our in-house cricut cutter! These workshops are fast to fill up so be sure to sign up soon.
 

Start Your Own Hobby Farm

with Stephany from Stone Oaks Farm

June 13th at 6:30 pm - $5

Learn all about the ups and downs of owning a successful hobby farm! Stephany from Stone Oaks Farm is sharing her experience with us as well as the unique challenges hobby farmers face. Weather you are well on your farming journey, like the idea of a hobby farm, or are just starting this presentation is for you! There will be great information for all, sign up now and come have a coffee/tea and chat here at the library.  

Life of a Star

June 14th at 2:00 pm - Free

We are beyond excited to have a presentation in partnership with the North Bay Astronomy Club! Join the club here at the library for an engaging presentation titled The Life of a Star. There will also be sun scopes available here at this presentation, a very cool tool in the astronomers tool belt! All are welcome to attend, sign up here!

Drumming Circle with Mary Stokes

June 20th at 6:00 PM - $12

Don't miss out on the chance to join Mary Stokes for an introduction to drumming on June 20th at 6:00 pm. During this session, you will have the opportunity to learn about world rhythms, drumming for wellness, drumming practices for home, and transferable skills. Mary will also provide guidance on how to drum with others in a drumming circle.

This event is ideal for both beginners and experienced drummers who want to develop their skills and meet like-minded people. So, mark your calendar and make sure to attend this exciting session!  Sign up here.
 

Crafter's Corner

June 27th at 5:30 pm - Free

Got projects you need to finish?  Bring them to the library for Crafter's Corner!  Alternatively, bring your custom sign ideas and use the Cricut cutter and our rainbow array of acrylic paints to make your own beautiful wooden sign.  We have a variety of wood available here at the library for purchase along with premium stenciling vinyl!  Finishing projects and making new ones is far more fun when you're here at the library with friends and neighbours!  Sign up here!

Gender Pronouns 101

June 29th at 6:00 pm - Free

We are grateful to be partnering with Seth Compton, Executive Director of OUTLoud North Bay. Seth will discuss the importance of and proper use of gender pronouns. This event is free and all are welcome to attend, please sign up in advance here to attend either in person or via zoom.

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