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Maple Ridge Public Library PROGRAMS
Posted March 2nd, 2009 Updated March 2nd, 2009Recurring Programs
Chick-Lit: Mother Daughter Book Club
Thursdays- This program ends Apr 29th
7:00pm-8:00pm
For girls in grades 4-7 and their moms, or any adult female friend or relative. Come and discuss books, share snacks and meet some new friends. Register for the program and pick up a book starting December 16.
Thursdays- This program ends Apr 29th
7:00pm-8:00pm
For girls in grades 4-7 and their moms, or any adult female friend or relative. Come and discuss books, share snacks and meet some new friends. Register for the program and pick up a book starting December 16.
Friday Fun Club
Fridays- This program ends May 28th
This program has not yet started - it will start May 7th
3:00pm-4:30pm
Looking for something to do after school on a Friday afternoon? Do you like reading, stories, contests, crafts, and prizes? Then Friday Fun Club is the program for you! Children in grades 1 - 3 may register for this free program starting March 15
Fridays- This program ends May 28th
This program has not yet started - it will start May 7th
3:00pm-4:30pm
Looking for something to do after school on a Friday afternoon? Do you like reading, stories, contests, crafts, and prizes? Then Friday Fun Club is the program for you! Children in grades 1 - 3 may register for this free program starting March 15
Peek-a-Book
Mondays- This program ends May 17th
10:15am-10:45am
Make reading fun by starting early with baby storytimes. Bring your baby for one-on-one stories, puppets and more! (The library will be closed on Monday, April 5.) For children 0 to 18 months.
Mondays- This program ends May 17th
10:15am-10:45am
Make reading fun by starting early with baby storytimes. Bring your baby for one-on-one stories, puppets and more! (The library will be closed on Monday, April 5.) For children 0 to 18 months.
Reading Buddies - 7 Spring Sessions
Tuesdays/Wednesdays- This program ends Apr 28th
This program has not yet started - it will start Mar 16th
3:00pm-4:00pm
This half hour program is for children paired with high school students to practice reading. Partners meet once a week on Tuesdays or Wednesdays after school. Registration starts on February 1. Register at 2nd Floor Info Desk.
Tuesdays/Wednesdays- This program ends Apr 28th
This program has not yet started - it will start Mar 16th
3:00pm-4:00pm
This half hour program is for children paired with high school students to practice reading. Partners meet once a week on Tuesdays or Wednesdays after school. Registration starts on February 1. Register at 2nd Floor Info Desk.
Student Library Council (SLC)
3rd Weds each month- This program ends Apr 21st
7:00pm-8:30pm
Have some input in what happens at the Library this year! Members organize programs and volunteer as Reading Buddies. As an SLC member, you can earn volunteer work experience hours. Ask for an SLC application form at the Main Floor information desk. Refreshments provided.
3rd Weds each month- This program ends Apr 21st
7:00pm-8:30pm
Have some input in what happens at the Library this year! Members organize programs and volunteer as Reading Buddies. As an SLC member, you can earn volunteer work experience hours. Ask for an SLC application form at the Main Floor information desk. Refreshments provided.
Volunteer Opportunity - Friends of the Maple Ridge Library
First Thursday each month (except July & August)- This program ends Dec 31st
7:00pm-8:00pm
Join the Friends of the Maple Ridge Library and enjoy the opportunity to make a difference in your community by advocating for and promoting your library. For more information about membership, call Pat Rorick at 604-467-7417
First Thursday each month (except July & August)- This program ends Dec 31st
7:00pm-8:00pm
Join the Friends of the Maple Ridge Library and enjoy the opportunity to make a difference in your community by advocating for and promoting your library. For more information about membership, call Pat Rorick at 604-467-7417
You, Me and the Li-bra-ry
Tues, Thurs, Fridays- This program ends May 28th
10:15am-10:45am
Come prepared for fun, singing and reading! Puppets, books, rhymes, and songs will enchant you and your child. All ages are welcome.
Tues, Thurs, Fridays- This program ends May 28th
10:15am-10:45am
Come prepared for fun, singing and reading! Puppets, books, rhymes, and songs will enchant you and your child. All ages are welcome.
Events & Programs
Red Cedar
Friday, Jan 29th
3:30pm-4:30pm
For children in grades 4 to 7.
Calling all readers! Join the Red Cedar Club and decide which non-fiction and fiction books deserve to win the Red Cedar award. We'll have a candy tasting, a movie day, and many other activities to keep you entertained. Prepare to have fun, meet new friends and read great books. Registration starts December 16.
Friday, Jan 29th
3:30pm-4:30pm
For children in grades 4 to 7.
Calling all readers! Join the Red Cedar Club and decide which non-fiction and fiction books deserve to win the Red Cedar award. We'll have a candy tasting, a movie day, and many other activities to keep you entertained. Prepare to have fun, meet new friends and read great books. Registration starts December 16.
Spring Fling Craft Extravaganza!
Thursday, Mar 11th
2:30pm-4:30pm
Come drop in to our spring craft break. Help us make a piece of collage artwork to display in the library. Lots of other crafts to keep your creative juices flowing. Ages 5 and up are welcome.
Thursday, Mar 11th
2:30pm-4:30pm
Come drop in to our spring craft break. Help us make a piece of collage artwork to display in the library. Lots of other crafts to keep your creative juices flowing. Ages 5 and up are welcome.
Festival of Aboriginal Artists featuring Amy Eustergerling
Saturday, Mar 13th
2:00pm-3:00pm
Aboriginal storyteller Amy Eustergerling will present a special program of stories and music. Amy has been a musician since her family formed a band when she was a child. Today, as a Cree elder, Amy is passionate about sharing Aboriginal culture with people of all ages. Come to hear traditional stories, listen to the music and try out one of Amy's drums.
Saturday, Mar 13th
2:00pm-3:00pm
Aboriginal storyteller Amy Eustergerling will present a special program of stories and music. Amy has been a musician since her family formed a band when she was a child. Today, as a Cree elder, Amy is passionate about sharing Aboriginal culture with people of all ages. Come to hear traditional stories, listen to the music and try out one of Amy's drums.
Beating Stress, Anxiety & Depression Naturally
Thursday, Mar 18th
7:00pm-8:30pm
Natural medicine can be an incredible ally in helping cope with anxiety, depression and stress. Dr Hughes will give an overview of how we can work with our body and mind more skillfully to address these common complaints.
Thursday, Mar 18th
7:00pm-8:30pm
Natural medicine can be an incredible ally in helping cope with anxiety, depression and stress. Dr Hughes will give an overview of how we can work with our body and mind more skillfully to address these common complaints.
Maple Ridge Public Library Book Sale
Friday, Mar 19th
10:00am-8:30pm
Maple Ridge Public Library Book Sale
Friday, Mar 19th
10:00am-8:30pm
Maple Ridge Public Library Book Sale
Maple Ridge Public Library Book Sale
Saturday, Mar 20th
10:00am-3:00pm
Maple Ridge Public Library Book Sale
Saturday, Mar 20th
10:00am-3:00pm
Maple Ridge Public Library Book Sale
CSI Maple Ridge: Murder and Maggots!
Tuesday, Mar 23rd
7:00pm-8:30pm
Join Dr. Gail Anderson, SFU Professor and internationally renowned forensic researcher, as she discusses the use of insects in criminal investigations. Dr. Anderson will use actual cases to illustrate her talk so this program is not for the squeamish or for children under 16 years of age.
Tuesday, Mar 23rd
7:00pm-8:30pm
Join Dr. Gail Anderson, SFU Professor and internationally renowned forensic researcher, as she discusses the use of insects in criminal investigations. Dr. Anderson will use actual cases to illustrate her talk so this program is not for the squeamish or for children under 16 years of age.
Easter Egg Hunt
Wednesday, Mar 31st
3:30pm-6:00pm
Come down to the library for an afternoon of clues and sweets! For grades 5 and up. Please register at the 2nd Floor Information Desk.
Wednesday, Mar 31st
3:30pm-6:00pm
Come down to the library for an afternoon of clues and sweets! For grades 5 and up. Please register at the 2nd Floor Information Desk.
MR Asian Festival
Saturday, Apr 3rd
1:00pm-3:00pm
Celebrate this Asian Festival with wonderful music, dancing & drumming performances by local Chinese, Japanese and Korean artists. Ethnic food will be served.
Saturday, Apr 3rd
1:00pm-3:00pm
Celebrate this Asian Festival with wonderful music, dancing & drumming performances by local Chinese, Japanese and Korean artists. Ethnic food will be served.
Earthday Worm Bin Workshop
Tuesday, Apr 13th
7:00pm-8:30pm
Don't have any yard space to compost or just want to learn about the amazing composting powers of worms? Then join the Ridge Meadows Recycling Society for a workshop on how to create a worm bin for your home, office or school.
Tuesday, Apr 13th
7:00pm-8:30pm
Don't have any yard space to compost or just want to learn about the amazing composting powers of worms? Then join the Ridge Meadows Recycling Society for a workshop on how to create a worm bin for your home, office or school.
Allergies, Toxicity and Survival in Today's World
Thursday, Apr 15th
7:00pm-8:30pm
Not only are allergies on the rise in our population, they are getting more severe. Dr Hughes will explain some of the reasons why this is so and what we can do about it from a natural medicine perspective.
Thursday, Apr 15th
7:00pm-8:30pm
Not only are allergies on the rise in our population, they are getting more severe. Dr Hughes will explain some of the reasons why this is so and what we can do about it from a natural medicine perspective.
'Til the Cows Come Home
Tuesday, Apr 20th
6:45pm-7:15pm
COW-A-BUNGA! Wear your bib overalls and straw hat and join us for puppets, stories, songs, and a MOO-ving experience!
Tuesday, Apr 20th
6:45pm-7:15pm
COW-A-BUNGA! Wear your bib overalls and straw hat and join us for puppets, stories, songs, and a MOO-ving experience!
Wii Night
Wednesday, Apr 28th
3:30pm-6:00pm
Looking for something to do? Why not head to the library for some Wii fun and pizza! Games to choose from: Mario Party 8, Mario Kart, Wii Sports Resort & Wii Play. For grades 5 and up. Please register at the 2nd Floor Information Desk.
Wednesday, Apr 28th
3:30pm-6:00pm
Looking for something to do? Why not head to the library for some Wii fun and pizza! Games to choose from: Mario Party 8, Mario Kart, Wii Sports Resort & Wii Play. For grades 5 and up. Please register at the 2nd Floor Information Desk.
Cinco de Mayo
Wednesday, May 5th
6:00pm-8:30pm
Join us at the library for a celebration on one of Mexico's most famous holidays.
Wednesday, May 5th
6:00pm-8:30pm
Join us at the library for a celebration on one of Mexico's most famous holidays.
Turkish Day Celebration
Saturday, May 8th
1:00pm-3:00pm
We are celebrating the diversity, richness, pride and heritage of Turkish culture. Event includes art exhibits, video and photo presentation and free authentic food.
Saturday, May 8th
1:00pm-3:00pm
We are celebrating the diversity, richness, pride and heritage of Turkish culture. Event includes art exhibits, video and photo presentation and free authentic food.
Ice Cream Social Bookswap
Wednesday, May 26th
3:30pm-6:00pm
Do you love books and ice cream? Then join us at the library for an afternoon of book swapping and treats! Limit: 20 gently used books, video games, DVD's or CD's. For grades 5 and up. Please register at the 2nd Floor Information Desk.
Wednesday, May 26th
3:30pm-6:00pm
Do you love books and ice cream? Then join us at the library for an afternoon of book swapping and treats! Limit: 20 gently used books, video games, DVD's or CD's. For grades 5 and up. Please register at the 2nd Floor Information Desk.
