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GPL at Seedy Saturday: Pefferlaw Lions Community Hall--Saturday, March 25 

GPL at Seedy Saturday
Saturday, March 25
Event runs from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Pefferlaw Lions Community Hall
38 Pete's Lane, Pefferlaw, ON
Free Admission -- Everyone Welcome!
Co-hosted by: Beaverton, Cannington, and Georgina-Brock Garden Clubs

Join Georgina Public Library for a gardening-themed storytime as part of Seedy Saturday
10:30 a.m.
For ages 2 to 5

Earth Hour: Keswick Branch--Saturday, March 25

Earth Hour
Keswick Branch
Saturday, March 25
8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. 
Doors open at 7:45 p.m.
Space is limited.

Free tickets will be given out on a first come, first-served basis when you show a valid Georgina Library card. Tickets must be picked up in person prior to March 25 at any of our locations beginning March 1. Don’t have a library card? Pick one up today!

Honey Tasting with Hiveshare: Keswick Branch--Tuesday, March 28

Honey Tasting with Hiveshare
Keswick Branch
Tuesday, March 28
7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
For adults 18 and up
Register on Eventbrite to reserve your spot. Drop-ins welcome as space allows.

Program description: Join Chris Campbell of Hiveshare for a delicious and informative evening to learn about local honey production. Participants will have the opportunity to taste a variety of honeys sourced from local plants.  

Presenter Bio: Chris Campbell  is a photographer by trade but in 2012, he became curious about honeybees, honey production, and how he could help dwindling bee populations.

He has since expanded his knowledge through a worldwide community of beekeepers, including trips to Spain, France, Romania, Jordan and Sweden to learn from beekeepers there. Hiveshare is located right here in Georgina and he has upwards of 90 hives!

Help Kids Learn To Read: Peter Gzowski (Sutton) Branch
Wednesday, March 29 and Wednesday, April 5 

Help Kids Learn To Read
Peter Gzowski (Sutton) Branch
Wednesday, March 29 and Wednesday, April 5
10:00 a.m. – noon
For ages 18 and up
Registration required. RSVP to Susan Sheard or 905-252-6417 to confirm your attendance. Please plan on attending both sessions. 

The Adult Reading Buddies Program will prepare adult volunteers to be effective Reading Buddies for young students in local schools and/or in your own family. 

Topics we will cover during the two sessions:

  • Simple and effective techniques that support developing readers while at the same time fostering increasing independence in reading 
  • How to become a Reading Buddy in your local school/s
  • How to apply for a Vulnerable Sector Screening (which is essential for all school volunteers)

Presenter Bio: Susan is a retired YRDSB teacher with specialist training in Reading and many years of experience teaching Reading. She continues to teach students online and also volunteers at Black River Public School in Sutton. 

Free Tax Clinic: Keswick Branch--Thursday, March 30--This program is full.

Free Tax Clinic
Keswick Branch
Thursday, March 30
5:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
For adults 18 +
Registration required by calling Peter Gzowski (Sutton) Branch (905-722-5702 ext.2) on Thursday, March 2 or Friday, March 3 from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. to book your appointment. Appointments can only be made during those two days.

File your taxes to get your benefits and credits. If you have a modest income and a simple tax situation, volunteers may be able to do your taxes for free. Presented in partnership with CVITP (Community Volunteer Income Tax Program). To determine your eligibility for this service, visit the Canada Revenue Agency site.

Make Beeswax Wraps with Hiveshare: Pefferlaw Branch--Tuesday, April 11--Sold out!

Make Beeswax Wraps with Hiveshare
Pefferlaw Branch
Tuesday, April 11
7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
For adults 18 and up

Register on Eventbrite to reserve your spot. Drop-ins welcome as space allows. The $5.00 cost recovery fee can be paid on the night of the program. For the Pefferlaw program, the fee must be paid in cash.

Beeswax wraps are an environmentally-friendly alternative to plastic wrap, and they keep your food fresh longer! Join Chris Campbell of Hiveshare to make your own beeswax wraps, and learn about how these wraps help reduce waste and your grocery bill.

Presenter bio: Chris Campbell  is a photographer by trade but in 2012, he became curious about honeybees, honey production and how he could help dwindling bee populations.

He has since expanded his knowledge through a worldwide community of beekeepers, including trips to Spain, France, Romania, Jordan and Sweden to learn from beekeepers there. Hiveshare is located right here in Georgina and he has upwards of 90 hives!

Make Beeswax Wraps with Hiveshare: Peter Gzowski (Sutton) Branch--Tuesday, April 25

Make Beeswax Wraps with Hiveshare
Peter Gzowski (Sutton) Branch
Tuesday, April 25
7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
For adults 18 and up

Register on Eventbrite to reserve your spot. Drop-ins welcome as space allows. The $5.00 cost recovery fee can be paid on the night of the program. 

Beeswax wraps are an environmentally-friendly alternative to plastic wrap, and they keep your food fresh longer! Join Chris Campbell of Hiveshare to make your own beeswax wraps, and learn about how these wraps help reduce waste and your grocery bill.

Presenter bio: Chris Campbell  is a photographer by trade but in 2012, he became curious about honeybees, honey production and how he could help dwindling bee populations.

He has since expanded his knowledge through a worldwide community of beekeepers, including trips to Spain, France, Romania, Jordan and Sweden to learn from beekeepers there. Hiveshare is located right here in Georgina and he has upwards of 90 hives!

Self-Care with the Keswitches: Keswick Branch--Tuesday, May 9

Self-Care with the Keswitches
Keswick Branch
Tuesday, May 9
7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
For adults 18 and up

Register on Eventbrite starting on Tuesday, April 11 at noon to reserve your spot. Drop ins welcome as space allows. The $5.00 cost-recovery fee can be paid on the night of the program.

Join The Keswitches to treat yourself to an evening of self-care. Participants will learn about different types of self-care and will make bath salts to take home.

Presenter bio: Kimberly McKeough is the founder of the Original Keswitches. They are a volunteer group whose purpose started as a way to cheer up the community during the pandemic. Established in October 2021, they were influenced by communities around the world doing Witch Walks, bike rides, paddling and dancing the Wolfshager Hexenbrut dance during Hallowe'en. They practice their dance weekly and have been invited to perform their dance in parades and community gatherings including by the Optimist Club, the Georgina Art Gallery and the Farley Circles Hallowe'en Parade.

Ongoing Programs

 Pins and Needles Corner: Peter Gzowski (Sutton) Branch--First Wednesday every month

Pins and Needles Corner
Peter Gzowski (Sutton) Branch
First Wednesday of the month (April 5, May 3, June 7, July 5, August 2, September 6)
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
For teens and adults
Drop-in

Join us on the first Wednesday of the month to connect with other crafters. All knitters, crocheters, and quilters at all skill levels welcome! Work on your current project while chatting with other textile crafters.

English Conversation Circle for Newcomers: Keswick Branch--Wednesdays 

Keswick Branch
Wednesdays 
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Registration is required through Welcome Centre Immigrant Services Mobile Unit.
For more information and to register for this program, please contact Ian Cowie or call 289-338-5140.

Practice your English, connect with your community, and share your settlement experiences with other newcomers to Canada. Program is provided by Welcome Centre Immigrant Services Mobile Unit. 

 

 

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