We're ditching the books for summer and watching some movies. For August, our film is Made in Dagenham (2010); a dramamtization of the 1968 strike at the Ford car plant in Dagenham where female workers walked out in protest against sexual discrimination. Rated R.
Trailer for the film can be found here:
The APL Writers' Group is a small working collective that meets for the purpose of supporting and critiquing each other's work.
The group is currently at capacity. For information, please contact Reccia at: rmandelcorn@aurorapl.ca
Shazam!
We all have a superhero inside us, it just takes a bit of magic to bring it out. In Billy Batson's case, by shouting out one word - SHAZAM - this streetwise fourteen-year-old foster kid can turn into the grown-up superhero Shazam.
In Sweetness in the Belly, Lilly is sent to live with a poor family where she earns her keep teaching local children the Qur’an. Throughout the novel, children are featured in the book. This year’s OBOA photography contest features photographs of children.
Capture children in the act of discovery.
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES:
* Must be a minimum of 16 years of age
* Employees/Board members of APL and their
immediate families are ineligible to win.
* Photos must be high-res for print
Please send submissions to: brock@auroran.com
After her hippie British parents are murdered, Lilly is raised at a Sufi shrine in Morocco. As a young woman she goes on pilgrimage to Harar, Ethiopia, where she teaches Qur’an to children. But even swathed in a traditional headscarf, Lilly can’t escape being marked as a foreigner. Forced to flee Ethiopia for England, she must once again confront the riddle of who she is and where she belongs.
This year’s OBOA Writing Contest invites you to consider the meaning of “Home” focussing
on your sense of place, migration, home or lack of home.
Learn how to operate the Cricut cutting machine. Then design your own vinyl sticker or card using the Design Space software!
If you enjoy discussing books, join us the last Wednesday of the month (excluding Dec.) from 7:00-8:30 p.m. in the Lebovic Room. Wednesday August 28: Fifteen Dogs
Copies available at the Main floor Service Desk August 1
A lively evening on fun and trivia at the library! We make use of online and homemade trivia with great prizes and bragging rights for the winner!
In Sweetness in the Belly, Lilly is sent to live with a poor family where she earns her keep teaching local children the Qur’an. Throughout the novel, children are featured in the book. This year’s OBOA photography contest features photographs of children.
Capture children in the act of discovery.
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES:
* Must be a minimum of 16 years of age
* Employees/Board members of APL and their
immediate families are ineligible to win.
* Photos must be high-res for print
Please send submissions to: brock@auroran.com
After her hippie British parents are murdered, Lilly is raised at a Sufi shrine in Morocco. As a young woman she goes on pilgrimage to Harar, Ethiopia, where she teaches Qur’an to children. But even swathed in a traditional headscarf, Lilly can’t escape being marked as a foreigner. Forced to flee Ethiopia for England, she must once again confront the riddle of who she is and where she belongs.
This year’s OBOA Writing Contest invites you to consider the meaning of “Home” focussing
on your sense of place, migration, home or lack of home.
ESL Conversation Group. ESL students are welcome to join this FREE continuing adult English conversation program offered by a facilitator from York Catholic District School Board. By practicing everyday conversations, you will learn new vocabulary and improve pronunciation and speaking skills. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Register in two steps: 1) Sign up for the program at the Adult Information Desk, 905-727-9494 x275 2) Take the free language assessment test: ysla@tcet.com, 1-855-330-8655 or call the ESL assistance line at 416-221-5051 x13630
Moderator Roger Strong is not affiliated with any financial institution. Wednesday, September 4: Investment Planning and the Investment Environment.
Join us once a month for this free, hands-on cooking class where we will create delicious, but easy to prepare recipes from around the world. Participants are asked to bring a recipe from their country of origin. One country will be chosen each month and featured the following session.
Plus, we’ll create a book featuring the fabulous dishes we created.
Come to one or all sessions!
Registration opens on Tuesday, Aug. 6 at 10 am.
ESL Conversation Group. ESL students are welcome to join this FREE continuing adult English conversation program offered by a facilitator from York Catholic District School Board. By practicing everyday conversations, you will learn new vocabulary and improve pronunciation and speaking skills. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Register in two steps: 1) Sign up for the program at the Adult Information Desk, 905-727-9494 x275 2) Take the free language assessment test: ysla@tcet.com, 1-855-330-8655 or call the ESL assistance line at 416-221-5051 x13630
A 3-part series of movies that will put your brain to work.
Thursday, September 5th - The Matrix (watch the trailer)
Wednesday, September 18th - Inception
Wednesday, October 2nd - The Truman Show
Join us to make beautiful handmade mini notebooks.
In Sweetness in the Belly, Lilly is sent to live with a poor family where she earns her keep teaching local children the Qur’an. Throughout the novel, children are featured in the book. This year’s OBOA photography contest features photographs of children.
Capture children in the act of discovery.
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES:
* Must be a minimum of 16 years of age
* Employees/Board members of APL and their
immediate families are ineligible to win.
* Photos must be high-res for print
Please send submissions to: brock@auroran.com
After her hippie British parents are murdered, Lilly is raised at a Sufi shrine in Morocco. As a young woman she goes on pilgrimage to Harar, Ethiopia, where she teaches Qur’an to children. But even swathed in a traditional headscarf, Lilly can’t escape being marked as a foreigner. Forced to flee Ethiopia for England, she must once again confront the riddle of who she is and where she belongs.
This year’s OBOA Writing Contest invites you to consider the meaning of “Home” focussing
on your sense of place, migration, home or lack of home.
Enjoy a bi-weekly Tuesday morning out, where newcomers to Canada or Aurora can meet new people, share ideas and learn more about our community.
Each meet-up includes a special focus or speaker, so there is always something new to learn or fun to be had.
Register online or just drop In!
FREE!
ESL Conversation Group. ESL students are welcome to join this FREE continuing adult English conversation program offered by a facilitator from York Catholic District School Board. By practicing everyday conversations, you will learn new vocabulary and improve pronunciation and speaking skills. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Register in two steps: 1) Sign up for the program at the Adult Information Desk, 905-727-9494 x275 2) Take the free language assessment test: ysla@tcet.com, 1-855-330-8655 or call the ESL assistance line at 416-221-5051 x13630
With plant protein on trend recently, there’s never been a more exciting time to eat more vegan meals. Join us in this class to learn about how to keep a healthy vegan diet! Learn how to properly cook plant proteins, unique products available and why they are so healthy for you. With Samantha D'Arcy, Registered Dietitian, Sobeys extra
Learn the basics of 3D printing in this introductory lesson! Learn how to prepare and print your own 3D objects.
Ages 13+
Creative Studio
An evening of guided painting where you get to take your craft home! Teens also welcome!
Join us at an informal monthly gathering where people come together to practice speaking English.
This highly interactive and fun group will feature a different theme each month to help participants practice conversation that they will use out in the community.
ESL Conversation Group. ESL students are welcome to join this FREE continuing adult English conversation program offered by a facilitator from York Catholic District School Board. By practicing everyday conversations, you will learn new vocabulary and improve pronunciation and speaking skills. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Register in two steps: 1) Sign up for the program at the Adult Information Desk, 905-727-9494 x275 2) Take the free language assessment test: ysla@tcet.com, 1-855-330-8655 or call the ESL assistance line at 416-221-5051 x13630
Queer Reads is a community-led LGBTQ2S group that enjoys books on a variety of subject matter and interests.
Facilitated by author Nikki Donadio. Nikki is a writer of fiction and poetry. A graduate of the Humber School for Writers, she holds an MA in Creative and Critical Writing and a BA in English Literature.
2nd Thursday of each month starting Sept. 12 l 7:00 pm | Multi-Use Room
For every woman who has to manage her finances completely on her own, whether by choice or by circumstance. Author Leslie McCormick will discuss how to build confidence when it comes to your money develop a supportive network,create a vision and plan for your future, protect yourself, generate and manage multiple sources of incomes.
In partnership with the Women's Centre of York Region.
Movies at the Library!
A 5 part series of classic older films for the Fall!
Friday, September 13th - There's No Business Like Show Business (watch the trailer)
Friday, September 27th - Wizard of Oz
Friday, October 4th - Planes, Trains and Automobiles
Friday, October 18th - Harold and Maude
Friday, Novemeber 1st - Raising Arizona
In Sweetness in the Belly, Lilly is sent to live with a poor family where she earns her keep teaching local children the Qur’an. Throughout the novel, children are featured in the book. This year’s OBOA photography contest features photographs of children.
Capture children in the act of discovery.
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES:
* Must be a minimum of 16 years of age
* Employees/Board members of APL and their
immediate families are ineligible to win.
* Photos must be high-res for print
Please send submissions to: brock@auroran.com
After her hippie British parents are murdered, Lilly is raised at a Sufi shrine in Morocco. As a young woman she goes on pilgrimage to Harar, Ethiopia, where she teaches Qur’an to children. But even swathed in a traditional headscarf, Lilly can’t escape being marked as a foreigner. Forced to flee Ethiopia for England, she must once again confront the riddle of who she is and where she belongs.
This year’s OBOA Writing Contest invites you to consider the meaning of “Home” focussing
on your sense of place, migration, home or lack of home.
ESL Conversation Group. ESL students are welcome to join this FREE continuing adult English conversation program offered by a facilitator from York Catholic District School Board. By practicing everyday conversations, you will learn new vocabulary and improve pronunciation and speaking skills. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Register in two steps: 1) Sign up for the program at the Adult Information Desk, 905-727-9494 x275 2) Take the free language assessment test: ysla@tcet.com, 1-855-330-8655 or call the ESL assistance line at 416-221-5051 x13630
“The Power of the Pen” is a humorous, interactive and upbeat talk by Elaine Charal, a hand-writing analysis expert. What does your hand writing say about you and how can understanding that help you to communicate more effectively. This presentation will help you figure it all out.
Create an adorable set of nursery closet dividers to keep baby's clothes organized.
Join us once a month to discuss and debate a great book. Books available one month in advance at the main desk. September 18: The Penelopiad by Margaret Atwood.
See all the Wednesday Afternoon Book Club picks here
A 3-part series of movies that will put your brain to work.
Thursday, September 5th - The Matrix
Wednesday, September 18th - Inception (watch the trailer)
Wednesday, October 2nd - The Truman Show
ESL Conversation Group. ESL students are welcome to join this FREE continuing adult English conversation program offered by a facilitator from York Catholic District School Board. By practicing everyday conversations, you will learn new vocabulary and improve pronunciation and speaking skills. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Register in two steps: 1) Sign up for the program at the Adult Information Desk, 905-727-9494 x275 2) Take the free language assessment test: ysla@tcet.com, 1-855-330-8655 or call the ESL assistance line at 416-221-5051 x13630
Toronto International Festival of Author presents LITONTOUR AURORA
Award-winning author and musician DAVE BIDINI in conversation with BROCK WEIR.
In partnership with the Women's Centre of York Region.
Learn how to make professional presentations with graphcs, pictures, and animations. Optional: Bring your own device with preloaded Microsoft Software.
Drop-Ins welcome!
In Sweetness in the Belly, Lilly is sent to live with a poor family where she earns her keep teaching local children the Qur’an. Throughout the novel, children are featured in the book. This year’s OBOA photography contest features photographs of children.
Capture children in the act of discovery.
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES:
* Must be a minimum of 16 years of age
* Employees/Board members of APL and their
immediate families are ineligible to win.
* Photos must be high-res for print
Please send submissions to: brock@auroran.com
After her hippie British parents are murdered, Lilly is raised at a Sufi shrine in Morocco. As a young woman she goes on pilgrimage to Harar, Ethiopia, where she teaches Qur’an to children. But even swathed in a traditional headscarf, Lilly can’t escape being marked as a foreigner. Forced to flee Ethiopia for England, she must once again confront the riddle of who she is and where she belongs.
This year’s OBOA Writing Contest invites you to consider the meaning of “Home” focussing
on your sense of place, migration, home or lack of home.
Try out our VR headsets (Oculus Go and Oculus Rift)! Get a short introduction to VR, the hardware and the software.
Ages 13+
Creative Studio
Guests and Hosts Discuss Responsibilities to Wampums, Treaties, and Relationships.
With speaker Dr. Ruth Koleszar-Green, Professor and Indigenous Researcher.
Enjoy a bi-weekly Tuesday morning out, where newcomers to Canada or Aurora can meet new people, share ideas and learn more about our community.
Each meet-up includes a special focus or speaker, so there is always something new to learn or fun to be had.
Register online or just drop In!
FREE!
ESL Conversation Group. ESL students are welcome to join this FREE continuing adult English conversation program offered by a facilitator from York Catholic District School Board. By practicing everyday conversations, you will learn new vocabulary and improve pronunciation and speaking skills. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Register in two steps: 1) Sign up for the program at the Adult Information Desk, 905-727-9494 x275 2) Take the free language assessment test: ysla@tcet.com, 1-855-330-8655 or call the ESL assistance line at 416-221-5051 x13630
Drop by Aurora Public Library on the 4th Tuesday of every month, beginning September . In these presentations, expect a friendly and engaging atmosphere. No prior knowledge is required, only an active and open mind! Explore a new philosophy topic each month. September 24: Jazz and the Cold Ward, with special guest speaker David Basskin. New members always welcome.
Join us for some lively chit-chat and meet up to work on textile craft projects. Bring your own projects to work on, or start something with our basic scrap supplies! All levels welcome.
Staff will be available to help with basic questions. B.Y.O.Mug for tea and coffee.
Monday night meetings: Sept 30, Oct 28, Nov 11, 25, Dec 9, 23 from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday morning meetings: Sept 25, Oct 9, 23, Nov 6, 20, Dec 4, 18 from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
If you enjoy discussing books, join us the last Wednesday of the month (excluding Dec.) from 7:00-8:30 p.m. Wednesday September 25: Native Son, by Richard Wright
The very first Spelling Bee at APL! Put your spelling skills to the test, just in time for the back-to-school season. No autocorrect allowed! Prizes and bragging rights!
The Business Plan: A Hands-On Series will help fill in the gaps. Series topics include:
Registration Required.
ESL Conversation Group. ESL students are welcome to join this FREE continuing adult English conversation program offered by a facilitator from York Catholic District School Board. By practicing everyday conversations, you will learn new vocabulary and improve pronunciation and speaking skills. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Register in two steps: 1) Sign up for the program at the Adult Information Desk, 905-727-9494 x275 2) Take the free language assessment test: ysla@tcet.com, 1-855-330-8655 or call the ESL assistance line at 416-221-5051 x13630
The APL Writers' Group is a small working collective that meets for the purpose of supporting and critiquing each other's work.
The group is currently at capacity. For information, please contact Reccia at: rmandelcorn@aurorapl.ca
Meet up with other expectant and new parents in this group for families welcoming babies. Guest speakers guide discussions on pregnancy, postpartum and parenting in a relaxed setting geared toward enhancing your first year with baby. Babes in arms welcome.
THURSDAYS | 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Sept 26, Oct 24, Nov 28, Dec 19
Multi-Use Room
Register for this free event at http://bit.ly/2JfsKmt or drop in.
A 5 part series of classic older films for the Fall!
Friday, September 13th - There's No Business Like Show Business
Friday, September 27th - Wizard of Oz (watch the trailer)
Friday, October 4th - Planes, Trains and Automobiles
Friday, October 18th - Harold and Maude
Friday, Novemeber 1st - Raising Arizona
If you were a country, what country would you be?
Image Ocean. Spirit Desert. Secret County. Gloomy Trees.
Using maps as our medium and motif, discover a treasure trunk of character traits, historical idiosyncrasies and circumstances as you travel through the interior world of a person.
Learn how to play the djembe, feel the rhythms and become drum circle ready!
Warning: Exposure to drumming may cause a sudden outburst of happiness, energy and a desire to dance.
Enjoy at your own risk!
Join us for some lively chit-chat and meet up to work on textile craft projects. Bring your own projects to work on, or start something with our basic scrap supplies! All levels welcome.
Staff will be available to help with basic questions. B.Y.O.Mug for tea and coffee.
Monday night meetings: Sept 30, Oct 28, Nov 11, 25, Dec 9, 23 from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday morning meetings: Sept 25, Oct 9, 23, Nov 6, 20, Dec 4, 18 from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
A 3-part series of movies that will put your brain to work.
Thursday, September 5th - The Matrix
Wednesday, September 18th - Inception
Wednesday, October 2nd - The Truman Show (watch the trailer)
Moderator Roger Strong is not affiliated with any financial institution. Wednesday, October 2: Investment Planning and the Investment Environment
Join us once a month for this free, hands-on cooking class where we will create delicious, but easy to prepare recipes from around the world. Participants are asked to bring a recipe from their country of origin. One country will be chosen each month and featured the following session.
Plus, we’ll create a book featuring the fabulous dishes we created.
Come to one or all sessions!
Registration opens on Monday, Sept. 9 at 10 am.
ESL Conversation Group. ESL students are welcome to join this FREE continuing adult English conversation program offered by a facilitator from York Catholic District School Board. By practicing everyday conversations, you will learn new vocabulary and improve pronunciation and speaking skills. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Register in two steps: 1) Sign up for the program at the Adult Information Desk, 905-727-9494 x275 2) Take the free language assessment test: ysla@tcet.com, 1-855-330-8655 or call the ESL assistance line at 416-221-5051 x13630
DIFRET has many shades of meaning in Ethiopia's native language, Amharic. It can mean "to dare" and "to have courage" but it can also mean "to be violated."
Like its title, the film represents many things. It's a work of fiction based on a true story of courage and change; it's one of the only films from Ethiopia shot on 35mm film; and it received international recognition in the form of executive producer Angelina Jolie Pitt. But above all, DIFRET tells the story about a traditional practice through the experience of one frightened girl caught in a whirlwind beyond her control.
In partnership with the Women's Centre of York Region.
A 5 part series of classic older films for the Fall!
Friday, September 13th - There's No Business Like Show Business
Friday, September 27th - Wizard of Oz
Friday, October 4th - Planes, Trains and Automobiles (watch the trailer)
Friday, October 18th - Harold and Maude
Friday, Novemeber 1st - Raising Arizona
Learn how to make a beautiful fall wreath for your front door.
Enjoy a bi-weekly Tuesday morning out, where newcomers to Canada or Aurora can meet new people, share ideas and learn more about our community.
Each meet-up includes a special focus or speaker, so there is always something new to learn or fun to be had.
Register online or just drop In!
FREE!
ESL Conversation Group. ESL students are welcome to join this FREE continuing adult English conversation program offered by a facilitator from York Catholic District School Board. By practicing everyday conversations, you will learn new vocabulary and improve pronunciation and speaking skills. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Register in two steps: 1) Sign up for the program at the Adult Information Desk, 905-727-9494 x275 2) Take the free language assessment test: ysla@tcet.com, 1-855-330-8655 or call the ESL assistance line at 416-221-5051 x13630
Join us for some lively chit-chat and meet up to work on textile craft projects. Bring your own projects to work on, or start something with our basic scrap supplies! All levels welcome.
Staff will be available to help with basic questions. B.Y.O.Mug for tea and coffee.
Monday night meetings: Sept 30, Oct 28, Nov 11, 25, Dec 9, 23 from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday morning meetings: Sept 25, Oct 9, 23, Nov 6, 20, Dec 4, 18 from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Join us at an informal monthly gathering where people come together to practice speaking English.
This highly interactive and fun group will feature a different theme each month to help participants practice conversation that they will use out in the community.
Pelvic Health concerns are rarely talked about, yet are more common than one would realize. Many women and men suffer silently because they don’t realize there is effective evidenced based treatment for these conditions. Its not all about Kegels! Join Sheela Zelmer, Pelvic Health Physiotherapist to learn how to help yourself and when to seek treatment. Pre-register
A lively evening on fun and trivia at the library! Homemade trivia with great prizes and bragging rights for the winner!
Queer Reads is a community-led LGBTQ2S group that enjoys books on a variety of subject matter and interests.
Facilitated by author Nikki Donadio. Nikki is a writer of fiction and poetry. A graduate of the Humber School for Writers, she holds an MA in Creative and Critical Writing and a BA in English Literature.
2nd Thursday of each month starting Sept. 12 l 7:00 pm | Multi-Use Room
Registration starts Aug. 1.
Sept.12 l Jonny Appleseed by Joshua Whitehead.
In partnership with the Women's Centre of York Region.
ESL Conversation Group. ESL students are welcome to join this FREE continuing adult English conversation program offered by a facilitator from York Catholic District School Board. By practicing everyday conversations, you will learn new vocabulary and improve pronunciation and speaking skills. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Register in two steps: 1) Sign up for the program at the Adult Information Desk, 905-727-9494 x275 2) Take the free language assessment test: ysla@tcet.com, 1-855-330-8655 or call the ESL assistance line at 416-221-5051 x13630
Create a beautiful baby mobile.
Interested in 3D design? Learn how to design and create a print-ready 3D object using Tinkercad!
A 3-part series that explore the spooky side of the silver screen!
October 16th - Misery (watch the trailer)
October 23rd - A Quiet Place
October 30th - Beetlejuice
ESL Conversation Group. ESL students are welcome to join this FREE continuing adult English conversation program offered by a facilitator from York Catholic District School Board. By practicing everyday conversations, you will learn new vocabulary and improve pronunciation and speaking skills. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Register in two steps: 1) Sign up for the program at the Adult Information Desk, 905-727-9494 x275 2) Take the free language assessment test: ysla@tcet.com, 1-855-330-8655 or call the ESL assistance line at 416-221-5051 x13630
David Duong, CPA, CMA, CIM, CLU, B. Comm is a Financial Literacy partner of the Aurora Public Library and volunteers his expertise to assist people in York Region. David will be providing free financial advice on a one-on-one basis to patrons at the Aurora Public Library. Sign up for a free 30-minute one-on-one conversation with David. He can help with questions about paying down debt, budgeting, a second opinion on your current financial situation, etc. Space limited. Pre-register, in person, or by phone.
Join us for a discussion led by Ronen Grunberg on Sweetness in the Belly.
Lilly, the main character in the book is the perpetual outsider, illustrating the alienation and longing of those who never feel at home anywhere. In Ethiopia, she is the white-skinned “faranj”; in England, the disconnected exile.
In partnership with the Women's Centre of York Region.
Learn how to use the library’s various online resources to read e-Books on Overdrive, listen to audiobooks on RBdigital, watch movies on Hoopla and listen to music on freegal…all for free! Bring your own devices.
Drop-Ins welcome!
A 5 part series of classic older films for the Fall!
Friday, September 13th - There's No Business Like Show Business
Friday, September 27th - Wizard of Oz
Friday, October 4th - Planes, Trains and Automobiles
Friday, October 18th - Harold and Maude (watch the trailer)
Friday, Novemeber 1st - Raising Arizona
Enjoy a bi-weekly Tuesday morning out, where newcomers to Canada or Aurora can meet new people, share ideas and learn more about our community.
Each meet-up includes a special focus or speaker, so there is always something new to learn or fun to be had.
Register online or just drop In!
FREE!
ESL Conversation Group. ESL students are welcome to join this FREE continuing adult English conversation program offered by a facilitator from York Catholic District School Board. By practicing everyday conversations, you will learn new vocabulary and improve pronunciation and speaking skills. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Register in two steps: 1) Sign up for the program at the Adult Information Desk, 905-727-9494 x275 2) Take the free language assessment test: ysla@tcet.com, 1-855-330-8655 or call the ESL assistance line at 416-221-5051 x13630
Back by popular demand, author Mike Drak presents Victory Lap Retirement, over 2 evenings this Fall. Session 1, learn about the psychological aspects of retirement and how to design your own unique retirement lifestyle. Session 2, learn how to cost out and finance the retirement lifestyle created in session one. Discussion about financial planning, knowing your numbers, and tax minimization strategies, and common retirement pitfalls. October 22, November 19. Pre-register for one or both
Join us for some lively chit-chat and meet up to work on textile craft projects. Bring your own projects to work on, or start something with our basic scrap supplies! All levels welcome.
Staff will be available to help with basic questions. B.Y.O.Mug for tea and coffee.
Monday night meetings: Sept 30, Oct 28, Nov 11, 25, Dec 9, 23 from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday morning meetings: Sept 25, Oct 9, 23, Nov 6, 20, Dec 4, 18 from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
A 3-part series that explore the spooky side of the silver screen!
Wednesday, October 16th - Misery
Wednesday, October 23rd - A Quiet Place (watch the trailer)
Wednesday, October 30th - Beetlejuice
ESL Conversation Group. ESL students are welcome to join this FREE continuing adult English conversation program offered by a facilitator from York Catholic District School Board. By practicing everyday conversations, you will learn new vocabulary and improve pronunciation and speaking skills. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Register in two steps: 1) Sign up for the program at the Adult Information Desk, 905-727-9494 x275 2) Take the free language assessment test: ysla@tcet.com, 1-855-330-8655 or call the ESL assistance line at 416-221-5051 x13630
The APL Writers' Group is a small working collective that meets for the purpose of supporting and critiquing each other's work.
The group is currently at capacity. For information, please contact Reccia at: rmandelcorn@aurorapl.ca
Meet up with other expectant and new parents in this group for families welcoming babies. Guest speakers teach about topics on pregnancy and parenting in a relaxed setting geared toward enhancing your first year with baby. Babes in arms welcome.
4th Thursday of each month Starting September 26th | 7:00 pm | Multi-use Room
Register at http://bit.ly/2JfsKmt or drop in.
In partnership with the Women's Centre of York Region.
Join us for some lively chit-chat and meet up to work on textile craft projects. Bring your own projects to work on, or start something with our basic scrap supplies! All levels welcome.
Staff will be available to help with basic questions. B.Y.O.Mug for tea and coffee.
Monday night meetings: Sept 30, Oct 28, Nov 11, 25, Dec 9, 23 from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday morning meetings: Sept 25, Oct 9, 23, Nov 6, 20, Dec 4, 18 from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
ESL Conversation Group. ESL students are welcome to join this FREE continuing adult English conversation program offered by a facilitator from York Catholic District School Board. By practicing everyday conversations, you will learn new vocabulary and improve pronunciation and speaking skills. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Register in two steps: 1) Sign up for the program at the Adult Information Desk, 905-727-9494 x275 2) Take the free language assessment test: ysla@tcet.com, 1-855-330-8655 or call the ESL assistance line at 416-221-5051 x13630
Scary Stories for Grown-Ups features three fabulous storytellers with tales to chill you to the bones.
Featuring: David Heard, Tim Greenwood and Troy Harkin
If you have a story to share at the open mic, please contact rmandelcorn@aurorapl.ca
Halloween-themed refreshments l Costumes welcome
Learn how to operate the Cricut cutting machine. Then design your own vinyl sticker or card using the Design Space software!
A 3-part series that explore the spooky side of the silver screen!
Wednesday, October 16th - Misery
Wednesday, October 23rd - A Quiet Place
Wednesday, October 30th - Beetlejuice (watch the trailer)
If you enjoy discussing books, join us the last Wednesday of the month (excluding Dec.) from 7:00-8:30 p.m. Wednesday October 30: Sweetness in the Belly, by Camilla Gibb
The Business Plan: A Hands-On Series will help fill in the gaps. Series topics include:
Registration Required.
ESL Conversation Group. ESL students are welcome to join this FREE continuing adult English conversation program offered by a facilitator from York Catholic District School Board. By practicing everyday conversations, you will learn new vocabulary and improve pronunciation and speaking skills. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Register in two steps: 1) Sign up for the program at the Adult Information Desk, 905-727-9494 x275 2) Take the free language assessment test: ysla@tcet.com, 1-855-330-8655 or call the ESL assistance line at 416-221-5051 x13630
In partnership with the Women's Centre of York Region.
Learn how to create documents, insert photos and format with tables and styles in Microsoft Word. Optional: Bring your own device preloaded with Microsoft Word.
Drop-Ins welcome!
A 5 part series of classic older films for the Fall!
Friday, September 13th - There's No Business Like Show Business
Friday, September 27th - Wizard of Oz
Friday, October 4th - Planes, Trains and Automobiles
Friday, October 18th - Harold and Maude
Friday, Novemeber 1st - Raising Arizona (watch the trailer)
Learn how to make old fashioned dipped candles.
Join us for the grand finale of the 2019 OneBookOneAurora project.
Meet Camilla Gibb, author of Sweetness in the Belly, and enjoy a fascinating glimpse into the back story of this fabulous book.
Enjoy a bi-weekly Tuesday morning out, where newcomers to Canada or Aurora can meet new people, share ideas and learn more about our community.
Each meet-up includes a special focus or speaker, so there is always something new to learn or fun to be had.
Register online or just drop In!
FREE!
ESL Conversation Group. ESL students are welcome to join this FREE continuing adult English conversation program offered by a facilitator from York Catholic District School Board. By practicing everyday conversations, you will learn new vocabulary and improve pronunciation and speaking skills. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Register in two steps: 1) Sign up for the program at the Adult Information Desk, 905-727-9494 x275 2) Take the free language assessment test: ysla@tcet.com, 1-855-330-8655 or call the ESL assistance line at 416-221-5051 x13630
Join us for some lively chit-chat and meet up to work on textile craft projects. Bring your own projects to work on, or start something with our basic scrap supplies! All levels welcome.
Staff will be available to help with basic questions. B.Y.O.Mug for tea and coffee.
Monday night meetings: Sept 30, Oct 28, Nov 11, 25, Dec 9, 23 from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday morning meetings: Sept 25, Oct 9, 23, Nov 6, 20, Dec 4, 18 from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Learn the basics of 3D printing in this introductory lesson! Learn how to prepare and print your own 3D objects.
Ages 13+
Creative Studio
A lively evening on fun and trivia at the library! Homemade trivia with great prizes and bragging rights for the winner!
Moderator Roger Strong is not affiliated with any financial institution. Wednesday, November 6: Investment Planning and the Investment Environment
Join us once a month for this free, hands-on cooking class where we will create delicious, but easy to prepare recipes from around the world. Participants are asked to bring a recipe from their country of origin. One country will be chosen each month and featured the following session.
Plus, we’ll create a book featuring the fabulous dishes we created.
Come to one or all sessions!
Registration opens on Monday, Oct. 7 at 10 am.
In partnership with the Women's Centre of York Region.
Join us for some lively chit-chat and meet up to work on textile craft projects. Bring your own projects to work on, or start something with our basic scrap supplies! All levels welcome.
Staff will be available to help with basic questions. B.Y.O.Mug for tea and coffee.
Monday night meetings: Sept 30, Oct 28, Nov 11, 25, Dec 9, 23 from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday morning meetings: Sept 25, Oct 9, 23, Nov 6, 20, Dec 4, 18 from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Nutrigenomics is the relationship between your genes, the foods you eat and your health. In this talk, we will learn how your genetics affects how your body deals with food and nutrients. Learn more about the research surrounding this topic and what controversies exist. With Samantha D'Arcy, Registered Dietitian, Sobeys Extra
Join us at an informal monthly gathering where people come together to practice speaking English.
This highly interactive and fun group will feature a different theme each month to help participants practice conversation that they will use out in the community.
Join us for a discussion with Forensic Toxicologist Jim Wigmore who will discuss the history and prohibition of cannabis and compare it with alcohol. He will also be talking about the various forms of cannabis and their potential risks as well as how cannabis has changed from the 1960s and 70s.
Join us for a fast-paced evening featuring four entrepreneurs who will tell their stories in a short TED X-style talk. It’s a chance to mingle, ask questions and meet new visionaries who share your drive to succeed.
Queer Reads is a community-led LGBTQ2S group that enjoys books on a variety of subject matter and interests.
Facilitated by author Nikki Donadio. Nikki is a writer of fiction and poetry. A graduate of the Humber School for Writers, she holds an MA in Creative and Critical Writing and a BA in English Literature.
2nd Thursday of each month starting Sept. 12 l 7:00 pm | Multi-Use Room
Registration starts Aug. 1.
Sept.12 l Jonny Appleseed by Joshua Whitehead.
In partnership with the Women's Centre of York Region.
Join us for an afternoon of creative fun and making something to take home with you! We'll have the supplies to create a festive wreath using stryofoam, yarn, twine and other goodies. Make a wreath or use our supplies to creative something entirely different! 14+
$5.00
Try out our VR headsets (Oculus Go and Oculus Rift)! Get a short introduction to VR, the hardware and the software.
Ages 13+
Creative Studio
Enjoy a bi-weekly Tuesday morning out, where newcomers to Canada or Aurora can meet new people, share ideas and learn more about our community.
Each meet-up includes a special focus or speaker, so there is always something new to learn or fun to be had.
Register online or just drop In!
FREE!
Back by popular demand, author Mike Drak presents Victory Lap Retirement, over 2 evenings this Fall. Session 1, learn about the psychological aspects of retirement and how to design your own unique retirement lifestyle. Session 2, learn how to cost out and finance the retirement lifestyle created in session one. Discussion about financial planning, knowing your numbers, and tax minimization strategies, and common retirement pitfalls. November 19. Pre-register
Join us for some lively chit-chat and meet up to work on textile craft projects. Bring your own projects to work on, or start something with our basic scrap supplies! All levels welcome.
Staff will be available to help with basic questions. B.Y.O.Mug for tea and coffee.
Monday night meetings: Sept 30, Oct 28, Nov 11, 25, Dec 9, 23 from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday morning meetings: Sept 25, Oct 9, 23, Nov 6, 20, Dec 4, 18 from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
In partnership with the Women's Centre of York Region.
Join us for some lively chit-chat and meet up to work on textile craft projects. Bring your own projects to work on, or start something with our basic scrap supplies! All levels welcome.
Staff will be available to help with basic questions. B.Y.O.Mug for tea and coffee.
Monday night meetings: Sept 30, Oct 28, Nov 11, 25, Dec 9, 23 from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday morning meetings: Sept 25, Oct 9, 23, Nov 6, 20, Dec 4, 18 from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Make a cute and useful bandana style bib.
An evening of gguided painting where you get to take your craft home! Teens also welcome!
If you enjoy discussing books, join us the last Wednesday of the month (excluding Dec.) from 7:00-8:30 p.m. Wednesday November 27: The Last Painting of Sara De Vos, by Daniel Smith
The APL Writers' Group is a small working collective that meets for the purpose of supporting and critiquing each other's work.
The group is currently at capacity. For information, please contact Reccia at: rmandelcorn@aurorapl.ca
Meet up with other expectant and new parents in this group for families welcoming babies. Guest speakers teach about topics on pregnancy and parenting in a relaxed setting geared toward enhancing your first year with baby. Babes in arms welcome.
4th Thursday of each month Starting September 26th | 7:00 pm | Multi-use Room
Register at http://bit.ly/2JfsKmt or drop in.
In partnership with the Women's Centre of York Region.
Learn to create graphs, reports and use formulas in Microsoft Excel. Optional: Bring your own device preloaded with Microsoft Excel.
Drop-Ins welcome!
Enjoy a bi-weekly Tuesday morning out, where newcomers to Canada or Aurora can meet new people, share ideas and learn more about our community.
Each meet-up includes a special focus or speaker, so there is always something new to learn or fun to be had.
Register online or just drop In!
FREE!
Join us for some lively chit-chat and meet up to work on textile craft projects. Bring your own projects to work on, or start something with our basic scrap supplies! All levels welcome.
Staff will be available to help with basic questions. B.Y.O.Mug for tea and coffee.
Monday night meetings: Sept 30, Oct 28, Nov 11, 25, Dec 9, 23 from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday morning meetings: Sept 25, Oct 9, 23, Nov 6, 20, Dec 4, 18 from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Holiday movies for the festive season!
Friday, December 6th - The Family Stone (watch the trailer)
Friday, December 13th - A Christmas Story
Friday, December 20th - The Man Who Invented Christmas
Learn how to use the library’s various online resources to read e-Books on Overdrive, listen to audiobooks on RBdigital, watch movies on Hoopla and listen to music on freegal…all for free! Bring your own devices.
Drop-ins welcome!
Join us for some lively chit-chat and meet up to work on textile craft projects. Bring your own projects to work on, or start something with our basic scrap supplies! All levels welcome.
Staff will be available to help with basic questions. B.Y.O.Mug for tea and coffee.
Monday night meetings: Sept 30, Oct 28, Nov 11, 25, Dec 9, 23 from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday morning meetings: Sept 25, Oct 9, 23, Nov 6, 20, Dec 4, 18 from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Join us at an informal monthly gathering where people come together to practice speaking English.
This highly interactive and fun group will feature a different theme each month to help participants practice conversation that they will use out in the community.
Queer Reads is a community-led LGBTQ2S group that enjoys books on a variety of subject matter and interests.
Facilitated by author Nikki Donadio. Nikki is a writer of fiction and poetry. A graduate of the Humber School for Writers, she holds an MA in Creative and Critical Writing and a BA in English Literature.
2nd Thursday of each month starting Sept. 12 l 7:00 pm | Multi-Use Room
Registration starts Aug. 1.
Sept.12 l Jonny Appleseed by Joshua Whitehead.
Holiday movies for the festive season!
Friday, December 6th - The Family Stone
Friday, December 13th - A Christmas Story (watch the trailer)
Friday, December 20th - The Man Who Invented Christmas
Join us for some lively chit-chat and meet up to work on textile craft projects. Bring your own projects to work on, or start something with our basic scrap supplies! All levels welcome.
Staff will be available to help with basic questions. B.Y.O.Mug for tea and coffee.
Monday night meetings: Sept 30, Oct 28, Nov 11, 25, Dec 9, 23 from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday morning meetings: Sept 25, Oct 9, 23, Nov 6, 20, Dec 4, 18 from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Interested in 3D design? Learn how to design and create a print-ready 3D object using Tinkercad!
The APL Writers' Group is a small working collective that meets for the purpose of supporting and critiquing each other's work.
The group is currently at capacity. For information, please contact Reccia at: rmandelcorn@aurorapl.ca
Meet up with other expectant and new parents in this group for families welcoming babies. Guest speakers teach about topics on pregnancy and parenting in a relaxed setting geared toward enhancing your first year with baby. Babes in arms welcome.
4th Thursday of each month Starting September 26th | 7:00 pm | Multi-use Room
Register at http://bit.ly/2JfsKmt or drop in.
Holiday movies for the festive season!
Friday, December 6th - The Family Stone
Friday, December 13th - A Christmas Story
Friday, December 20th - The Man Who Invented Christmas (watch the trailer)
