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Adult / Seniors

The Pelham Public Library in its pursuit to encourage life-long learning offers a wide variety of programming for adults as well as individuals aged 55+ as part of our 55 and Better Programs. Enjoy book clubs, exercise classes, guest speakers and more.

Adult News

Award-winning Author Vincent Lam Reading and Signing
Event
May 16, 2012
7:30
40.00

The Headmaster’s Wager, Vincent Lam’s highly anticipated novel, about a Chinese compulsive gambler and headmaster of an English school in Saigon during the Vietnam War, has been released and is gathering positive reviews. It is no surprise to find it on the Bestseller list already. Bloodletting and Miraculous Cures won the 2006 Scotiabank Giller Prize and was broadcast on HBO as a series. Dr. Vincent Lam is from the expatriate Chinese community of Vietnam, and was born in Canada. Dr. Lam did his medical training in Toronto where he works as an emergency physician.

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Marriage & Finance 101: Happy Ever After
Event
May 30, 2012
7:00
0.00

Been married for a while? This money session is for you!  We will help you and your spouse make talking about money easier and help you to navigate through the six steps to financial independence such as: how to pay your mortgage off quickly, how to save for your children’s education, and more!
Free but please register ahead.

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Marriage & Finance 101: Engaged to Newlywed
Event
May 23, 2012
7:00
0.00

Thinking about getting married, or are you just newly married, then this money session is for you! We know that weddings take a lot of planning, but financial planning is one aspect  thatmany couples overlook. When two people unite, there are some critical financial issues to consider. Come join us for this enlightening seminar that will get your marriage off to a good start financially!
Free but please register ahead

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Alzheimer Society Presents “Home Sense: Adaptation Strategies in the Home of the Person with Dementia”
Event
June 12, 2012
6:30
0.00

“Home Sense: Adaptation Strategies in the Home of the Person with Dementia”

With Nancy Rushford M.A., MSc, O.T. Reg.

Free but please register ahead.

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Alzheimer Society Presents “Understanding Responsive Behaviours”
Event
May 8, 2012
6:30
0.00

“Understanding Responsive Behaviours” with Jo O’ Brien, Reg. N. 

*Strategies for approach

*Communication techniques

Free but please register ahead.

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Estate Planning: It’s For Everyone!
Event
June 12, 2012
1:00
0.00

Gary Zalot from Memorial Gardens will talk about wills, death benefits, powers of attorney, personal care, finances, pre-arrangement options for cemetery property and funerals, plus the new eco-options that are available. Come and Learn about the benefits and choices of preplanning at Pleasantview’s new Funeral Visitation Centre and Chapel—everything in one convenient location!
Free but register ahead.

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Estate Planning: It’s For Everyone!
Event
May 7, 2012
6:30
0.00

Gary Zalot from Memorial Gardens will talk about wills, death benefits, powers of attorney, personal care, finances, pre-arrangement options for cemetery property and funerals, plus the new eco-options that are available. Come and Learn about the benefits and choices of preplanning at Pleasantview’s new Funeral Visitation Centre and Chapel—everything in one convenient location!
Free but register ahead.

Another session will be held on Tues. June 12 at 1:00 pm.

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The Summer Learning Gap for Children with Learning Disabilities
Event
May 14, 2012
7:00 - 8:00
0.00

Sunshine Learning Achievement & More!

The Summer Learning Gap for Children with Learning Disabilities

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Cupcake Decorating for Beginners
Event
May 29, 2012
7:00
7.50

Join Tammy from Tammy’s Creative Cakes and Treats for this fun and easy workshop! She will teach you a number of hints and tips such as: how to properly fill an icing bag or what to use as an alternative and how to use the different icing bag tips to create different designs and more.  Each person will also get the opportunity to decorate and take home 2 cupcakes.

Please register ahead.

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Summer Cardmaking Workshop
Event
May 8, 2012
1-4
10.00

Summer is coming and so are Mother’s and Father’s Day, plus birthdays and other occasions when you want to let someone know that you are thinking of them. These events are even more special when celebrated with a card you have made yourself. At this workshop you will make four cards using a variety of techniques such as: stamping and iris folding. Plus, you will also receive 2 kits to finish either in class or at home.

Please register ahead as enrolment is limited.

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