If there’s one thing we love at Wellington County Library, it’s bringing together Canadian books and young readers.
Canadian Children’s Book Week was created with just that mission in mind. From April 28 – May 4, show your support for Canadian authors by dropping in to one of your local branches and checking out some Canadian content.
If you’re looking your next great Canadian read and you don’t know where to start, ask staff for a recommendation or browse our collection online at www.wellington.ca/Catalogue. You can find reading lists and search for titles to fit any mood, including plenty of Canadian content.
Here are a few of the titles by Canadian authors for kids that we’re excited about this month:
– A Garden Called Home by Jessica J. Lee;
– Professor Goose Debunks the Three Little Pigs by Paulette Bourgeois and Alex G. Griffiths;
– I Do Not Eat Children by Marcus Cutler;
– Butterfly on the Wind by Adam Pottle;
– The Only Lonely Fairy by Lana Button;
– Swimming into Trouble by Angela Ahn; and
– Night of the Living Zed by Basil Sylvester and Kevin Sylvester.
ARTHUR BRANCH
(519-848-3999)
After School Adventures: Crochet a Granny Square (Ages 9 – 13). Join us at the end of the school day for games, crafts, and a wide variety of fun activities. Tuesday, May 7, 4 – 5pm
Craft and Create: Watercolour Flowers (Adults). Learn new creative techniques and explore library resources with a hands-on project. Saturday, May 25, 12:30 – 1:30pm
CLIFFORD BRANCH
(519-327-8328)
Creative Kids: Mother’s Day Flower Cards (Ages 5-13)
With Mother’s Day on May 12, join us at the Clifford Branch as we make flower bouquet-themed thank-you cards. Wednesday, May 8, 6 – 7pm
Craft and Create: Hand-Painted Candles (Teens/Adults). Light up any space with our hand-painted candle craft. We will supply the tapered candle sticks and an assortment of coloured candles to paint with. Wednesday, May 15, 6 – 7pm
DRAYTON BRANCH
(519-638-3788)
Craft and Create: Macrame Daisy-Chain Key Ring (Adults and Teens)
Use simple macrame knots to create a cute daisy-chain key ring decoration. Wednesday, May 22, 6 – 7:30pm
Build it: LEGO Challenge (Kids).
Join us for some exciting LEGO challenges! You bring your creativity, and we will provide the building blocks. Thursday, May 23, 4 – 5pm
HARRISTON BRANCH
(519-338-2396)
After School Adventures: LEGO (Ages 5-13). Join us for LEGO building fun after school. Thursdays, May 16 and 30, 3:30 – 4:30pm
Creative Kids: Bug Hotel (Ages 5-13). Join the Horticultural Society to create your very own bug hotel and learn why some little critters need protection. Saturday, May 25, 10:30 – 11:30am
MOUNT FOREST BRANCH
(519-323-4541)
Backyard Composting Workshop (Adults). Join us to learn more about successful composting techniques, the science that goes into your backyard composter, and how to use your finished compost. Presented by Wellington County Solid Waste Services in recognition of National Public Works Week. Please register.
Thursday, May 23, 6 – 7pm
Let the Games Begin: Puzzle Swap (All Ages). Tired of making the same jigsaw puzzles and need a new challenge? Bring one or two of yours to swap with others. Complete puzzles only please. Drop-in.
Tuesday, May 14, 10am – 8pm
PALMERSTON BRANCH
(519-343-2142)
Make and Take: May the Fourth Be with You (Kids)
Drop by and get creative with provided art and craft supplies to make a special Star Wars-themed craft. Saturday, May 4, 10:30 – 11:00 am
Backyard Composting Workshop (Adults). Join us to learn more about successful composting techniques, the science that goes into your backyard composter, and how to use your finished compost. Presented by Wellington County Solid Waste Services in recognition of National Public Works Week. Please register. Wednesday, May 22, 6 – 7pm.