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GEORGE MACKIE LIBRARY PROGRAMS
Posted March 2nd, 2009 Updated March 2nd, 2009Recurring Programs
Babytime - Read, Sing and Talk to Me!
Thursdays- This program ends Dec 9th
This program has not yet started - it will start Sep 23rd
10:30am-11:00am
A unique 20-25 minute drop-in program for babies, newborn to 23 months that introduces them and a parent/caregiver to the world of children's literature, song, rhyme and rhythm.
Thursdays- This program ends Dec 9th
This program has not yet started - it will start Sep 23rd
10:30am-11:00am
A unique 20-25 minute drop-in program for babies, newborn to 23 months that introduces them and a parent/caregiver to the world of children's literature, song, rhyme and rhythm.
George Mackie Library Book Club
2nd Tues each month - This program is an ongoing program
This program has not yet started - it will start Sep 14th
7:30pm-8:30pm
Are you interested in talking about books with other readers? New members are always welcome. Classics to new titles are discussed in a casual setting. Books are provided.
2nd Tues each month - This program is an ongoing program
This program has not yet started - it will start Sep 14th
7:30pm-8:30pm
Are you interested in talking about books with other readers? New members are always welcome. Classics to new titles are discussed in a casual setting. Books are provided.
Kids' Book Club
2nd Tues each month (Oct 12, Nov 9, Dec 14, Jan 11)- This program ends Jan 11th
This program has not yet started - it will start Oct 12th
3:30pm-4:00pm
If you are between the ages of 9 - 12 and you love to read and talk to other kids about the books you've read, but have never been in the Kids' Book Club before, join the monthly Kids' Book Club. Books and snacks are provided! Space is limited. Visit the library or phone to register. 2nd Tuesday of the month, starting Oct. 12.
2nd Tues each month (Oct 12, Nov 9, Dec 14, Jan 11)- This program ends Jan 11th
This program has not yet started - it will start Oct 12th
3:30pm-4:00pm
If you are between the ages of 9 - 12 and you love to read and talk to other kids about the books you've read, but have never been in the Kids' Book Club before, join the monthly Kids' Book Club. Books and snacks are provided! Space is limited. Visit the library or phone to register. 2nd Tuesday of the month, starting Oct. 12.
Parent-Child Mother Goose
Mondays- This program ends Nov 22nd
This program has not yet started - it will start Sep 20th
12:30pm-1:30pm
Sharing rhymes, stories and songs can enhance the relationship between parents and their children. Come take part in this interactive program for parents/caregivers and their child, newborn to 15 months. Network with other parents/caregivers. Snacks are provided. To register, please call the Boys & Girls Club, 604-591-9262.
Mondays- This program ends Nov 22nd
This program has not yet started - it will start Sep 20th
12:30pm-1:30pm
Sharing rhymes, stories and songs can enhance the relationship between parents and their children. Come take part in this interactive program for parents/caregivers and their child, newborn to 15 months. Network with other parents/caregivers. Snacks are provided. To register, please call the Boys & Girls Club, 604-591-9262.
Storytime
Tuesdays- This program ends Dec 7th
This program has not yet started - it will start Sep 21st
10:30am-11:00am
A half-hour drop-in program of books, songs, felt stories and puppets for children 2 - 5 years old. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate.
Tuesdays- This program ends Dec 7th
This program has not yet started - it will start Sep 21st
10:30am-11:00am
A half-hour drop-in program of books, songs, felt stories and puppets for children 2 - 5 years old. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate.
Storytime
Fridays- This program ends Dec 10th
This program has not yet started - it will start Sep 24th
10:30am-11:00am
A half-hour drop-in program of books, songs, felt stories and puppets for children 2 - 5 years old. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate.
Fridays- This program ends Dec 10th
This program has not yet started - it will start Sep 24th
10:30am-11:00am
A half-hour drop-in program of books, songs, felt stories and puppets for children 2 - 5 years old. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate.
Storytime
Saturdays- This program ends Dec 11th
This program has not yet started - it will start Sep 25th
10:30am-11:00am
A half-hour drop-in program of books, songs, felt stories and puppets for children 2 - 5 years old. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate.
Saturdays- This program ends Dec 11th
This program has not yet started - it will start Sep 25th
10:30am-11:00am
A half-hour drop-in program of books, songs, felt stories and puppets for children 2 - 5 years old. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate.
Events & Programs
George Mackie Library Booksale
Saturday, Sep 18th
10:00am-4:00pm
George Mackie Library Booksale
Saturday, Sep 18th
10:00am-4:00pm
George Mackie Library Booksale
George Mackie Library Booksale
Sunday, Sep 19th
11:00am-3:00pm
George Mackie Library Booksale
Sunday, Sep 19th
11:00am-3:00pm
George Mackie Library Booksale
Laughter Yoga
Tuesday, Sep 21st
6:30pm-8:00pm
Celebrate laughing for no reason and just for the health of it. Laughter Yoga is a technique of breathing and easy movement exercises designed to teach the body to laugh without depending on jokes or humour.
Tuesday, Sep 21st
6:30pm-8:00pm
Celebrate laughing for no reason and just for the health of it. Laughter Yoga is a technique of breathing and easy movement exercises designed to teach the body to laugh without depending on jokes or humour.
Imagine: Ideas that Challenge the Status Quo
Wednesday, Sep 22nd
7:00pm-8:30pm
Author Alex Sangha will read and lead a discussion on topics from his book Imagine: Ideas that Challenge the Status Quo. His book encourages readers to think critically about their most cherished beliefs and values. Sangha envisions a world with more caring and sharing. Are humans capable of creating such a society? If we can understand our similarities and difference, he believes, we have taken the first step.
Wednesday, Sep 22nd
7:00pm-8:30pm
Author Alex Sangha will read and lead a discussion on topics from his book Imagine: Ideas that Challenge the Status Quo. His book encourages readers to think critically about their most cherished beliefs and values. Sangha envisions a world with more caring and sharing. Are humans capable of creating such a society? If we can understand our similarities and difference, he believes, we have taken the first step.
Kids Day Off @ the Library - Ventriloquist Kellie Haines
Monday, Sep 27th
2:00pm-3:00pm
On this non-instructional day ventriloquist Kellie Haines will delight and amaze children in primary grades and their parent/caregiver(s) with her lively, interactive and free performance. Kellie draws on her background in theatre, puppetry, dance and clowning as she explores a wide variety of topics with humour, compassion and boundless energy. Drop-in.
Monday, Sep 27th
2:00pm-3:00pm
On this non-instructional day ventriloquist Kellie Haines will delight and amaze children in primary grades and their parent/caregiver(s) with her lively, interactive and free performance. Kellie draws on her background in theatre, puppetry, dance and clowning as she explores a wide variety of topics with humour, compassion and boundless energy. Drop-in.
Hindi and Punjabi Poetry
Tuesday, Sep 28th
6:30pm-8:30pm
Come join us as well-known Hindi and Punjabi Gazal writer Gurdershan Singh Badal and famous Hindi poet Jatinder present their work. Gurdershan has recently published his six books on Guzzals and Punjabi songs. Jatinder writes about social issues of the Indian society.
Tuesday, Sep 28th
6:30pm-8:30pm
Come join us as well-known Hindi and Punjabi Gazal writer Gurdershan Singh Badal and famous Hindi poet Jatinder present their work. Gurdershan has recently published his six books on Guzzals and Punjabi songs. Jatinder writes about social issues of the Indian society.
Homeschoolers' Open House
Wednesday, Sep 29th
1:30pm-3:00pm
Come meet other homeschoolers and library staff for an introduction to library resources. Younger students will be treated to storytime while parents and tweens/teens will be shown key databases for home study. Light refreshments will be served.
Wednesday, Sep 29th
1:30pm-3:00pm
Come meet other homeschoolers and library staff for an introduction to library resources. Younger students will be treated to storytime while parents and tweens/teens will be shown key databases for home study. Light refreshments will be served.
Antique ID Clinic
Saturday, Oct 16th
12:00pm-4:00pm
Rustle through the basement, dust of those collectibles and bring them to the Delta Museum and Archives Antique Identification and Appraisal Clinic at the George Mackie Library. Well-known antique appraiser Al Bowen is able to identify and date objects from any historical period and will provide a detailed history, description and verbal appraisal of your objects. (Have a large item you want appraised? Please just bring in a photograph). Stay for tea and listen to Mr. Bowen's wealth of information about other people's treasures (2:30 - 4:00 pm). Space is limited. To register, visit or call the Delta Museum and Archives at 604-946-9322. Cost: $12/person. Observers are welcome at $5 per person at the door)
Saturday, Oct 16th
12:00pm-4:00pm
Rustle through the basement, dust of those collectibles and bring them to the Delta Museum and Archives Antique Identification and Appraisal Clinic at the George Mackie Library. Well-known antique appraiser Al Bowen is able to identify and date objects from any historical period and will provide a detailed history, description and verbal appraisal of your objects. (Have a large item you want appraised? Please just bring in a photograph). Stay for tea and listen to Mr. Bowen's wealth of information about other people's treasures (2:30 - 4:00 pm). Space is limited. To register, visit or call the Delta Museum and Archives at 604-946-9322. Cost: $12/person. Observers are welcome at $5 per person at the door)
Antarctic Adventure with Ursula Easterbrook
Wednesday, Oct 20th
7:00pm-8:30pm
"A trip to Antarctica is not only the dream, but also the adventure of a lifetime" (Ursula Easterbrook). Photographic Artist Ursula Easterbrook returns to Ladner Pioneer Library to share her spectacular photos from her 4-week trip with Joseph Van Os Photo Safaris to Antarctica. Ursula's trip began in Ushuaia, Argentina (the world's southernmost city) and continued to the Falkland Islands, South Georgia and on to the Antarctic Peninsula. Come hear about her trip and delight in her breathtaking photos of penguins, icebergs, whales, sea lions, elephant seals, birds and more!
Wednesday, Oct 20th
7:00pm-8:30pm
"A trip to Antarctica is not only the dream, but also the adventure of a lifetime" (Ursula Easterbrook). Photographic Artist Ursula Easterbrook returns to Ladner Pioneer Library to share her spectacular photos from her 4-week trip with Joseph Van Os Photo Safaris to Antarctica. Ursula's trip began in Ushuaia, Argentina (the world's southernmost city) and continued to the Falkland Islands, South Georgia and on to the Antarctic Peninsula. Come hear about her trip and delight in her breathtaking photos of penguins, icebergs, whales, sea lions, elephant seals, birds and more!
Kids Day Off @ the Library - Mike's Critters
Friday, Oct 22nd
2:00pm-3:00pm
On this non-instructional day, children in primary grades and their parent/caregiver(s) will not only be captivated but also educated by Mike's Critters, a collection of reptiles, amphibians, birds, insects, arachnids and mammals. Drop in and discover some weird and wonderful creatures during this free 45 - 60 minute program.
Friday, Oct 22nd
2:00pm-3:00pm
On this non-instructional day, children in primary grades and their parent/caregiver(s) will not only be captivated but also educated by Mike's Critters, a collection of reptiles, amphibians, birds, insects, arachnids and mammals. Drop in and discover some weird and wonderful creatures during this free 45 - 60 minute program.
Financial Literacy for Women
Wednesday, Nov 10th
7:00pm-8:30pm
Did you know many women in Canada have never taken a basic financial or tax literacy course? Understand your personal finances with Eileen Reppenhagen, CGA. Eileen a.k.a. the Tax DetectiveŽ shares her knowledge about tax and financial literacy during this free workshop.
Wednesday, Nov 10th
7:00pm-8:30pm
Did you know many women in Canada have never taken a basic financial or tax literacy course? Understand your personal finances with Eileen Reppenhagen, CGA. Eileen a.k.a. the Tax DetectiveŽ shares her knowledge about tax and financial literacy during this free workshop.
Kids Day Off @ the Library - Joseph the Magician
Friday, Nov 26th
2:00pm-3:00pm
On this non-instructional day Joseph the Magician will be sure to delight children in primary grades and their parent/caregiver(s) during this fun, exciting and free magic show. Drop-in.
Friday, Nov 26th
2:00pm-3:00pm
On this non-instructional day Joseph the Magician will be sure to delight children in primary grades and their parent/caregiver(s) during this fun, exciting and free magic show. Drop-in.
