[Events] Upcoming Events at the Pelham Public Library

[Elaine Anderson]

Town of Pelham Public Library

Press Release

 

More grocery bags are needed.  Please drop them off at the Fonthill
Branch.

 

Banned Book Challenge

Set a goal for yourself to read as many banned or challenged books as
you wish from Feb. 21 (Freedom to Read Week) until June 30, 2010.  Visit
the Pelham Public Library's Fahrenheit 451:  Banned Book web log
(http://www.pelhamlibrary.blogspot.com) to record your goal and report
on your progress.  Not sure what to read? Check out the lists and links
on the web log or visit the Pelham Public Library.

 

Amnesty Weeks

Return your books, CDs, DVDs from Mar. 1 - Mar. 13 and we will WAIVE
your fines on those items.  Pre-existing fines will not be waived.
After Mar. 13, you will be asked to pay off ALL fines on your card.

 

Giant Book Sale

Find it all -- mystery, science, romance, fantasy, science fiction,
adventure, intrigue, decorating, crafts, children's stories,
collectables -- at great prices!  Tues., Mar. 2  - Sat., Mar. 6 during
open hours.  Final Saturday is Buck-a-Bag Day until 1 p.m.  Festival
Room, Fonthill Branch.  Proceeds to the Pelham Public Library.

 

March Break Excitement

Join us for the zany antics of local Magician Bob Armstrong, the music
and tub of surprises of Erick Traplin, and get up close and personal
with a reptile with reptile expert Mike London.  Much more throughout
the week.  http://www.pelhamlibrary.on.ca/pdfs/march_break.pdf for
details.  Participants must be registered ahead.  892-6443.

 

Great Style and Great Bargains at the Clothing Sale

Used, new, and vintage clothing for all sizes and ages now being
accepted.  Mon. April 12 starting at 5 p.m. - Sat., April 17 at 1 p.m.
Final Saturday fill a garbage bag for $5.00 !!

 

Gentle Dance & Movement Exercise Class

Join Bonnie for beginner & gentle dance based exercise classes. Dress
for comfort, wear running shoes & bring a mat or blanket. Wed., Mar. 10
- May 19 .  11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.  $40.00.  Please register ahead.

 

Beginners' Tai Chi

Nancy Elkin, registered physiotherapist, teaches these beginners'
classes. Great for improving balance, coordination and overall movement.
Please wear comfortable clothes and soft-soled shoes.  Mondays, Mar. 8 -
29. 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.  $20.00 session.  Please register ahead.  

 

Introduction to Therapeutic Touch

Cindy from Advanced Health introduces Therapeutic Touch, a gentle,
non-invasive healing method that helps restore balance and flow within
the body and facilitates its natural healing abilities. Thurs., Mar. 11.
11:00 a.m. - noon.  Free.  Please register ahead.  

 

Slow Cooking for Fast Meals

Dust off your slow cooker!  Learn how to spend less time in the kitchen
and make the most of your time there.  Samples, door prizes and great
make-ahead recipes included. Please register ahead. Cost is $2.00.
Thurs., Mar. 11 at 6:30 p.m.

 

Meditation Morning

Marcia leads you through a number of different types of meditations for
stress relief and focus. Great for beginners and those who have
meditated before. Please bring a pen and notebook with you.  $3.00.
Please register ahead. Sat. Mar. 13 from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

 

Edible Plants for Hungry Gardeners

As people become more concerned about food safety and cost, freshness
and quality, edible gardens are growing in popularity. Learn the basics
of garden design, how to incorporate edible plants into decorative
gardens, planting techniques, maintenance tips, and harvesting your own
vegetables and herbs. Workshops presented by Restoration Ecologist Chris
DiRaddo, proprietor of Sassafras Farms and key partner in NTEC's
EcoGardens initiative.  $2.50 per person.  Please register ahead.  March
17, 2010 at 2:00 p.m.

 

Crime Time Mystery Author

The Pelham Public Library in partnership with Scene of the Crime Books
is pleased to present mystery author Sean Chercover.  Formerly a private
investigator in Chicago and New Orleans, Sean Chercover now writes
full-time.  His debut novel, BIG CITY BAD BLOOD, won the 2008 Shamus,
Gumshoe, Crimespree, and Lovey awards for best first novel.  Books for
sale and signing afterward.  Tues., Mar. 23 at 7 p.m.  Free!

 

 

Elaine Anderson

Pelham Public Library

43 Pelham Town Square

Box 830

Fonthill, ON  L0S 1E0

905.892.6443

http://www.pelhamlibrary.on.ca <http://www.pelhamlibrary.on.ca/> 

http://www.pelhamlibrary.blogspot.com
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