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Programs & Events
Fall 2016/Winter 2017
Registration opens
Sat, Aug 13, 2016
Be inspired
at your library
Find out
about our
amazing
digital
resources
on page 3
MAKE & CREATE
3D PRINTING
AUTHOR VISITS
STORYTIMES
TECHNOLOGY
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1 | About
Fall 2016/Winter 2017
your library
Closing Schedule – The library will be closed
on the following days for statutory holidays:
2016
Civic Holiday
Sun, Jul 31st
Mon, Aug 1st
Labour Day
Sun, Sep 4th
Mon, Sep 5th
Thanksgiving
Sun, Oct 9th
Mon, Oct 10th
2017
New Year’s Day
Sun, Jan 1st,
Family Day*
Mon, Feb 20th
Good Friday
Fri, Apr 14th
Easter Sunday
Sun, Apr 16th
Christmas Eve
Sat, Dec 24th
Victoria Day
Sun, May 21st
Mon, May 22nd
Christmas Day
Sun, Dec 25th
Canada Day
Sat, Jul 1st
Boxing Day
Mon, Dec 26th
Civic Holiday
Sun, Aug 6th
Mon, Aug 7th
New Year’s Eve
Sat, Dec 31st
Labour Day
Sun, Sep 3rd
Mon, Sep 4th
Thanksgiving
Sun, Oct 8th
Mon, Oct 9th
Christmas Eve
Sun, Dec 24th
Christmas Day
Mon, Dec 25th
Boxing Day
Tue, Dec 26th
New Year’s Eve
Sun, Dec 31st
New Year’s Day
Mon, Jan 1st, 2018
* Family Day:
please visit www.opl.ca or call your local branch.
120 Navy Street,
Oakville L6J 2Z4
Ph: 905-815-2042
Fax: 905-815-2024
Glen Abbey Branch
1415 Third Line,
Oakville L6M 3G2
Ph: 905-815-2039
Fax: 905-815-5978
Iroquois Ridge
Branch
1051 Glenashton Drive,
Oakville L6H 6Z4
Ph: 905-338-4247
Fax: 905-338-4248
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Frequently Called Numbers ...................................... 3
Branch Information ...................................................... 3
Adult Programs .................................................. 10 - 19
Adult Events ............................................................ 10 - 14
Genealogy Workshops ......................................... 14 - 15
TechConnect .......................................................... 16 - 17
Newcomer Programs ............................................. 18 - 19
Teen Programs .................................................... 19 - 22
Children’s Programs .......................................... 23 - 32
Special Events ......................................................... 23
School Age Programs ....................................... 24 - 26
Preschool Programs ........................................... 27 - 32
Registration & iris information .......................... 45 - 48
Friends of the Oakville Public Library ................... 22
Glen Abbey Branch open 9am-5pm.
Branches – For the most up-to-date hours of operation
Central Branch
Table of Contents
White Oaks Branch
(inside White Oaks
Secondary School)
1070 McCraney Street E,
Oakville L6H 2R6
Ph: 905-815-2038
Fax: 905-815-5972
Woodside Branch
1274 Rebecca Street,
Oakville L6L 1Z2
Ph: 905-815-2036
Fax: 905-815-5954
Clearview Neighbourhood
Branch
(inside James W. Hill Public School)
2860 Kingsway Drive,
Oakville L6J 6R3
Ph: 905-815-2033
Fax: 905-815-2034
Registration for programs
begins Sat, Aug 13, 2016
unless otherwise stated in
the program description.
The library reserves the right
to cancel programs if the
minimum number of participants
is not met.
This document is published semi-annually by the Oakville
Public Library in co-operation with the Oakville Beaver.
For more information about the programs listed, please contact
the branch or department listed. For general information about
this publication, call the Community Engagement Office at
905-815-2042,x.5092.
Frequently Called Numbers
General Enquiries
Automated Telephone Renewals
Information Oakville
905-815-2042
905-815-5996
905-815-2046
For a list of the current Oakville Public Library Board
of Trustees, please visit www.opl.ca or call 905-815-2042.
Members of the public are welcome to attend open meetings
of the board. Please visit www.opl.ca for additional details.
Library
Sponsor
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For additional
information about
the concert series
go to page 23
Proud to support the
Every Child Ready to
Read concert series.
We are working together with the
Oakville Public Library to make a
difference in our community.
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3 | About
Fall 2016/Winter 2017
your library
Did you know that OPL offers…
n classes in 3D design,
modelling and printing
for all ages at both
beginner and more
advanced levels
n ’TechConnect’
n multigenerational
programming like
Digital Discovery Labs,
where adults can receive
one-on-one help from
Teen Tech Team volunteers
n 3D printers for public
n a robust program lineup
n citizenship test
preparation assistance,
settlement support,
job search strategy
seminars and more for
newcomers to Canada
for adults and seniors,
including a new Expert
Lecture Series featuring
current topics delivered
by renowned speakers
use (by reservation)
n exciting, future-focused
programs for school-aged
children (fun with green
screens, robotics, and more)
(‘Our Life With Germs’ author
Jason Teto, professor Kent Roach
on ‘The State of Terrorism and
Counter-Terrorism in Canada
and Abroad’, and Dr. Isser
Dubinsky on ‘Canada’s New
Doctor Assisted Dying Legislation
and its Impact on Health Care
in Canada’)
n opportunities for teens to
gain valuable, marketable
skills like coding, website
development, networking
and leadership
Explore our digital
resources today!
Music, movies,
TV shows, eBooks,
audiobooks,
eMagazines,
language learning
support and
online tutorials.
www.opl.ca
eBooks and
audiobooks
Thousands of titles
for all ages
spanning all genres.
Language
Learning
For the
whole family,
without the worry
of late fees.
Hoopla
Learn a new
language
or improve
your English
Reports and Road to the
IELTS e Testing System)
online preparation course
eMagazines
Todayʼs most
popular, as they
hit newsstands.
Mango Languages
Hoopla• Overdrive
Movies
and TV
Shows
n free access to Consumer
Over 4,600 online
video tutorial courses
led by experts.
Lynda.com*
Online
Tutorials
Zin io
Full albums
for all musical
tastes.
eMusic
Hoopla• Naxos
* Stay tuned, Lynda.com will be available this fall at OPL
programs for adults looking to
improve their digital literacy
(learn about popular technology
applications, social media
platforms, tablet use & more)
Adult | 10
Programs
www.opl.ca
Seniors’ Series
Join us on Wednesdays to learn from our guest speakers. Socialize with others
at these informative and informal sessions.
Age: 55Y and up recommended (but all are welcome)
Central Branch Auditorium Starts Wed/Sep 7
Sept 7 – Tax Planning for
Seniors: Presented as part of
the Chartered Professional
Accountants of Canada’s
Financial Literacy Program
Sept 14 – Care for the Caregiver:
Presented by Acclaim Health
Sept 21 – A Walking Tour of
Oakville - Without Walking:
Presented by the Oakville
Historical Society’s Trish Sinclair
Sept 28 – Out & About – Learn
all about Oakville Transit’s
Services & Discounts: Presented
by Barry Cole, Director of
Oakville Transit
Bring your
friends!
Cost: Free/Drop-in – No registration required.
10:30am-12:00pm
Oct 5 – Activism for Seniors & the
Grandmothers to Grandmothers
Campaign: Presented by the
Stephen Lewis Foundation’s
Grandmothers to Grandmothers
Campaign (Oomama)
Oct 12 – Intro to Meditation for
Seniors: Presented by Halton’s
Sahaja Yoga Meditation Group
Oct 26 – Let’s Get Appy: Learn
All About the New Apps to Use
with Your Grandkids: Presented
by Oakville Public Library
Nov 2 – Reading in Retirement:
Books For & About Seniors:
Presented by one of Oakville
Public Library’s Book Club
Coordinators
Oct 19 – Making Our Own
Choices by Planning Ahead:
Seniors’ Housing & Service Options:
Presented by the co-founder of Care
Planning Partners Inc.
Oakville Reads: OPL’s Online Book Club
Love books? Join the club! Each month brings a different book and a new discussion for members. Follow our friendly and thoughtful conversations and share your insights. New members are always welcome. Book
Club selections are chosen several months in advance so that everyone can start reading early. For a glimpse at our
past and upcoming reads, please check the library website (www.opl.ca). Occasionally, authors join our discussions.
Age: 16Y and up
Cost: Free/Ongoing
Registration on www.goodreads.com is required in order to join our group.
Questions or comments? Please contact [email protected]
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Fall 2016/Winter 2017
Programs
Expert Lecture Series
This series will run once a month and feature a wide
variety of experts in their field. Lectures will cover a
broad range of topics including current events, new
technologies, emerging health research and popular
topics in Canadian society. Please check our website
for specific topics.
Age: 18Y and up
Cost: Free/1 Class
Central Branch
Sun/Sep 11
Central Branch
Sun/Oct 02
Central Branch
Sun/Nov 06
Central Branch
Sun/Dec 04
Central Branch
Sun/Jan 08
Central Branch
Sun/Feb 05
CourseCode: 220212
2:00pm-3:30pm
CourseCode: 220213
2:00pm-3:30pm
CourseCode: 220214
2:00pm-3:30pm
CourseCode: 220215
2:00pm-3:30pm
CourseCode: 220216
2:00pm-3:30pm
CourseCode: 220220
2:00pm-3:30pm
Funded by the Ontario Seniors’ Secretariat
An Evening
for Book Lovers
At one of our most popular events of the year, our
staff of passionate readers will recommend some
great titles. It’s the perfect event for book club
members planning their year or for individual book
lovers who are deciding what to read next. All
audience members will be entered in a prize draw
to win a complete library of the books presented –
every book lover’s dream! Sweet & savory treats and
coffee will be served beforehand and are included in
the ticket price. Cash bar will also be available.
Age: 19Y and up
Cost: $15/Ticket
Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts
Mon/Sep 19
7:00pm-9:00pm
Tickets available online at OakvilleCentre.ca and
at all branches Aug 22, 2016. Doors open at 6pm.
An Evening With Emma Donoghue
Emma Donoghue returns to Oakville Public Library
to present her newest book The Wonder. A small
community in 1850s Ireland is baffled by Anna
O’Donnell, a child said to be living without food. Tourists
flock to her family’s cabin, and a journalist is sent to
cover the sensational story. A nurse named Lib is hired
to keep watch and determine whether or not Anna is a
fraud. As the girl deteriorates, Lib finds herself responsible
not just for her patient’s care but for getting to the root
of what could be a murder. The Wonder is a simple tale
of two strangers who will transform each other’s lives, a
powerful psychological thriller, and a story of love pitted
against evil in its many masks.
Age: 18Y and up
Cost: $15/Ticket
Queen Elizabeth Park Community
and Cultural Centre
Wed/Sep 28
7:00pm-8:30pm
Tickets are available at all OPL branches, A Different
Drummer Books and online at OakvilleCentre.ca
starting Aug 31, 2016.
Long Term Care and Client’s Rights
Presented by: Jane Meadus from the Advocacy
Centre for the Elderly (ACE).
Come learn about your rights and those of your
loved ones when moving to a Long Term Care
Home. Our speaker will cover your legal
rights and the obligations of the nursing home,
so you can be informed and prepared when
moving to this next phase of your life.
Age: 18Y and up
Cost: Free/Drop-in
Oakville, Sir John Colborne Recreation Centre
for Seniors
Tue/Oct 11
1:00-3:00pm
No preregistration required. Drop-in & bring your friends.
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Programs
www.opl.ca
Adult Book Clubs
Would you like to discuss interesting books with interesting people? Join one of our in-house book clubs and
enjoy an enhanced club experience with friendly and casual discussions led by our team of knowledgeable
librarians. We’ll be reading a variety of fiction from different genres, plus a little bit of non-fiction, too. We like
to get everyone thinking and talking! Sessions run once per month from October to May, excluding December.
Included in your registration fee is a ticket to An Evening for Book Lovers (held September 19, 2016), at which
you will have the chance to vote on many of the books that you’ll read during the 2016/17 season. Books are
provided for borrowing. Refreshments are also provided at each meeting.
Age: 18Y and up
Cost: $70/7 Classes
Glen Abbey Branch
Woodside Branch
Central Branch
CourseCode: 220237
CourseCode: 220238
CourseCode: 220239
Tue/Oct 11
Tue/Oct 18
Wed/Oct 19
7:00pm-8:30pm
1:00pm-2:30pm
7:00pm-8:30pm
Publishing Oakville
For forty years, Oakville based Mosaic Press has been publishing books reflecting the unique characters and
stories of the local community. Throughout its history, Mosaic has published books by local literary icons like
Irving Layton, memoirs by prominent community figures and fascinating stories with regional flavor.
Join Mosaic founders Michael Walsh and Howard Aster as they recount four decades of publishing with
insightful and unknown stories of Oakville’s literary history.
Age: 18Y and up
Cost: $15/Ticket
Central Branch Auditorium
Thu/Nov 17
7:00pm-8:30pm
Tickets available at all OPL branches starting Oct 20, 2016.
Writing Your Life & Other True Stories
Have you ever considered writing your memoirs or family history? This workshop
with writing coach Brian Henry and special guest Ross Pennie will introduce you to
the tricks and conventions of telling true stories and will show you how to use the
techniques of the novel to recount actual events. Whether you want to write for your
family or for a wider public, don’t miss this event!
Ross Pennie is the author of The Unforgiving Tides, a doctor’s memoir of Papua New
Guinea. At the workshop, Ross will speak on how to turn ordinary life into dramatic
material and answer questions about how he wrote his memoir and got it published.
Age: 18Y and up
Cost: $46*/1 Class
Central Branch Auditorium
Sat/Dec 03
10:00am-4:00pm
To reserve a spot now, email [email protected] and allow 2-3 business days
for a response. No email? Call Elise at 905-815-2042 x. 5037.
* $46 paid in advance or $49 at the door. For details about parking and directions,
please visit tinyurl.com/z4nfm3e
Join us for a FREE
Adult Board Games
Meetup at Central
Branch 5:30-8:30pm
every 2nd and 4th
Thursday of the month.
Check www.opl.ca
for details
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Fall 2016/Winter 2017
Programs
DIY Publishing For Aspiring Authors
With all of the digital resources available to aspiring
authors, it has never been easier to publish a book.
But where do you begin? How can you produce a
professional book and get it in to readers’ hands
without spending a fortune? Local publisher Matthew
Goody of Mosaic Press will take you through the steps
to DIY publishing that will help you avoid pitfalls many
authors encounter. Learn how you can turn your
manuscript into a real book (or eBook) and discover
effective strategies to reach your desired audience.
Age: 18Y and up
Cost: $15/Ticket
Love Between the Covers
Central Branch Auditorium
Thu/Jan 19
Central Branch Auditorium
Thu/Feb 09
6:30pm-8:30pm
7:00pm-8:30pm
Tickets available at all OPL branches starting
Dec 16, 2016.
“Love stories are universal. Love stories are powerful. And so are the women who write them.” The documentary film Love Between The Covers provides an
inside look at the world of writing romance, seen
through the eyes of various authors who write in the
genre. Join us for a special screening of the film, an
official selection at Hot Docs. Local romance authors,
Rosanna Leo and Kate James will offer exclusive
readings from their work after the film.
Age: 18Y and up
Cost: $15/Ticket
Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Tickets go on sale in all
branches starting Jan 16, 2017
Books and Beer: Oh Canadiana!
Celebrate Canada’s sesquicentennial at the library’s annual Books and Beer event.
Library staff will give brief talks on favourite books written by Canadian authors
both classic and contemporary. Beer from a local brewery and light appetizers
are included in your ticket price. One lucky audience member will win a copy of
all the books presented. Age: 19Y and up
Cost: $15/Ticket
Central Branch Auditorium
Fri/Feb 24
7:00pm-9:00pm
Doors open at 6:30pm. Tickets available at all OPL branches starting Jan 25, 2017.
An Evening With Ann Walmsley
Journalist Ann Walmsley joins us to talk about her first book
The Prison Book Club, which was longlisted for the RBC Taylor
Prize, the 2016 BC National Award for Canadian Non-Fiction and
named as a best book of 2015 by the National Post. The Prison
Book Club tells the dramatic story of the eighteen months that
Walmsley spent participating in monthly book club discussions in
two men’s federal prisons in Ontario. It reveals how the men’s
observations and personal stories enriched and changed her.
Age: 18Y and up
Cost: $15/Ticket
Queen Elizabeth Park Community and Cultural Centre
Wed/Mar 08
7:00pm-8:30pm
Tickets available at all OPL branches and online
at OakvilleCentre.ca starting Feb 8, 2017.
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Programs
www.opl.ca
Family & Local History
In Conversation With:
For more information about these programs,
contact Elise at 905-815-2042 ext. 5037
or email [email protected]
Margaret Atwood
Oakville Public Library is pleased to partner with
A Different Drummer Books and the Oakville Centre
for the Performing Arts to offer its In Conversation
With… speaker series. The series brings some
of Canada’s top authors and influencers to
discuss their work and insights, and provides
an opportunity for residents to meet and ask
questions of these talented minds. Past speakers
include David Suzuki, Bob McDonald, Lawrence
Hill and Robert Bateman. Margaret Atwood will
take the stage on Monday, October 24.
New speakers and special guests are frequently
added to the series lineup. If you would like to
stay up to date and receive notifications about
upcoming speakers, sign up for the library’s
eNewsletters at www.opl.ca/about/signup.
Presented by:
Researching your Irish Family History
from Canada
Professional Genealogist Ruth Blair will show you what
resources are available to help you research your Irish
family history. She’ll take you through both digital images
and repositories that can help you further your research in
Ireland. Come learn more about civil registration, church,
census, land records and other sources that could lead
you to discover more about your Irish ancestors.
Age: 18Y and up
Cost: $8/1 Class
Central Branch
Sat/Oct 01
CourseCode: 220279
10:00am-12:00pm
Scottish Research From Afar
The pay-per-view website ScotlandsPeople is usually the
first stop for anyone researching their Scottish family history
online. Professional Genealogist Ruth Blair will take you
through the process of using ScotlandsPeople and show you
how to use other resources that will also help narrow down
your search to use ScotlandsPeople in a cost-effective
manner. Can’t make it to Scotland? This is the next best thing!
Age: 18Y and up
Cost: $8/1 Class
Central Branch
Sat/Oct 01
CourseCode: 220280
2:00pm-4:00pm
Researching Your English and Welsh Ancestors
Have you wanted to research your ancestors from England
and Wales but didn’t know where to start?
Join Professional Genealogist Ruth Blair and look at the
records to begin your search and then move on to the other
resources you will need to find your English and Welsh
ancestors. What can and can’t be found online will be
discussed as will some Welsh-specific resources.
Age: 18Y and up
Cost: $8/1 Class
Central Branch
Sat/Nov 05
CourseCode: 220274
10:00am-12:00pm
15 | Adult
Fall 2016/Winter 2017
Programs
Organizing Genealogy and Technology:
The Top Ten List
The lecture will examine organization in varying
forms for the genealogist. Professional Genealogist
Ruth Blair will cover it all: computer programs, paper
documents, digital and traditional filing systems and
other alternatives. She’ll also cover how to organize
your paper, research, photographs, research plans
and other genealogy materials.
Age: 18Y and up
Cost: $8/1 Class
Central Branch
Sat/Nov 05
Course Code: 220230
2:00pm-4:00pm
Other programs of interest
for genealogists:
Writing Your Life & Other True Stories
Have you ever considered writing your memoirs
or family history? This workshop with writing coach
Brian Henry and special guest Ross Pennie will
introduce you to the tricks and conventions of telling
true stories. Whether you want to write for your
family or for a wider public, don’t miss this event!
More info on page: 12
TechTalk Evening Series:
Ins & Outs of Scanning & Storing
Whether you’re scanning to reduce paper in your
life, or want to preserve your family history photos
or research for generations to come, join us for this
easy-to-understand session on how to scan, edit,
save and store your newly digitized files.
More info on page: 16
Quebec Genealogical Records
Getting started into researching ancestors in Quebec
can be a daunting task for people who aren’t familiar
with Quebec as a province and its history. We will take
a dive into exploring how Quebec is sub-divided, and
the many record collections available in some of the
most populated regions - both online and offline.
Age: 18Y and up
Cost: $8/1 Class
Central Branch
Thu/Dec 01
Course Code: 220273
7:00pm-8:30pm
The Quebec Divide?
Religion, language, and history are three large
components which make up the general culture of
a society. We will look at some of the similarities,
differences, and terminology you will face when
looking into record collections and help you become
more confident in delving into records not found on
mainstream genealogy websites.
Age: 18Y and up
Cost: $8/1 Class
Central Branch
Thu/Dec 08
CourseCode: 220296
7:00pm-8:30pm
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Programs
www.opl.ca
FREE 3D printer certification classes are offered on a regular basis
at all library branches. Attending a class is required if you want to book the library’s
3D printers to print your own designs. Check opl.ca/blog/3dprinter for details.
TechConnect Evening Series:
This monthly series delves into some of the exciting, forward-thinking ways that technology impacts our lives.
Topics range from 3D design to digital photography, from apps for mental health and wellness to apps for
maintaining and improving personal fitness.
Age: 16Y and up
Cost: $8/1 Class
3D Printing Your Imagination
Tue/Sep 27
Central Branch
6:30pm-8:00pm
CourseCode: 220182
Ins & Outs of Scanning & Storing
Tue/Oct 25
CourseCode: 220284
(A TechConnect Evening Series program with a genealogy spin - see description on page 15 for more details)
Intro to Snapchat & Instagram
Tue/Nov 22
CourseCode: 220183
Apps for Mental Wellness
Tue/Jan 24
CourseCode: 220184
Intro to Digital Photography
Tue/Feb 28
CourseCode: 220185
Apps for Personal Fitness
Tue/Mar 28
CourseCode: 220186
TechConnect Daytime Series:
This monthly series welcomes anyone who is interested in sharpening their digital knowledge. From social media
to Google maps, there is something in this series for everyone. Call 905-815-2042, email [email protected],
or visit the Central Adult Information Desk to register for one, or all, of these amazing sessions.
Age: 16Y and up
Cost: Free/1 Class
Central Branch
Documentary Screening: Cyber Seniors
Mon/Sept 19
2:00pm-3:30pm
So You Want to Listen to Podcasts
Mon/Oct 17
2:00pm-3:30pm
Windows 10: What’s New, What Changed,
and How to Effectively Use it with confidence
(Program presented by ETAG)
Mon/Nov 21
1:00pm-4:00pm
Getting to Know Google Maps
Mon/Jan 16
2:00pm-3:30pm
Go Digital @ OPL:
How to Use the Library with Your Tablet
Mon/Feb 20
2:00pm-3:30pm
Social Media 101: An Overview
Mon/Mar 20
2:00pm-3:30pm
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Fall 2016/Winter 2017
Programs
3D Modelling for 3D Printing: Beginners
Tech
Connect
Design an object using free 3D design software
and learn the basics of 3D modelling and printing
in this hands-on class. Designs will be printed for pick up at a later date.
Age: 18Y and up
Cost: $8/1 Class
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Central Branch
CourseCode: 220187
Thu/Oct 06
6:30pm-8:30pm
CourseCode: 220190
Thu/Mar 09
6:00pm-8:00pm
Creating Your Own Website with
WordPress
Learn how to build a website using WordPress and
basic HTML coding. This is a hands-on workshop
using Mac computers. No previous knowledge of
coding is required.
Age: 18Y and up
Cost: $8/1 Class
QEPCCC
Tue/Nov 01
CourseCode: 220206
7:00pm-9:00pm
3D Modelling for 3D Printing: Beginners (Mac)
Design an object using free 3D design software and
learn the basics of 3D modelling and printing in this
hands-on class using Mac computers. Designs will be
printed for pick up at a later date.
Age: 18Y and up
Cost: $8/1 Class
QEPCCC
Thu/Nov 17
QEPCCC
Sat/Jan 21
CourseCode: 220188
2:00pm-4:00pm
CourseCode: 220189
2:00pm-4:00pm
Digital Discovery with the Teen Tech Team
Drop by the Training Lab at Central Branch Library from 4-6pm and receive tech coaching from members of our
Teen Tech Team.
Age: All Ages
Cost: Free/Drop-in
Central Branch
Starts Tue/Sep 13
4:00pm-6:00pm
Drop-in runs on Tuesdays for 6 weeks until Oct/11.
Central Branch
Starts Tue/Feb 14
4:00pm-6:00pm
Drop-in runs for 4 weeks on following Tuesdays:
Feb/14, 21, 28, Mar/14
Book a Tech Coach
Team up with a volunteer tech coach in the library closest to you for one-on-one technology help. Register for
one-hour sessions on the topics below. Please note that this program is for beginner users and a library card is
required for registration.
Age: 18Y and up
Cost: Free/Ongoing
COACHING TOPICS
• Getting started with your computer or tablet
• Getting started with social media (e.g. Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest)
• Introduction to your digital library: eBooks, audiobooks and more
Registration opens August 29, 2016 for coaching to start in October.
Call your preferred branch to register. Refer to page 1 for a list of phone numbers.
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Programs
www.opl.ca
Newcomers
Citizenship Information Session
Settlement Services for Newcomers
Woodside Branch
Tue/Sep 06
4:30pm-7:30pm
Offered monthly on Sep 6, Oct 4, Nov 1, Dec 6,
2016 and Jan 10, Feb 7, March 7, 2017
Glen Abbey Branch
Mon/Sep 12
This information session will help you learn about the
new regulations and forms for Canadian citizenship.
Find out about the documents you will need and how to check the status of your application online.
Get valuable tips on how to prepare for the
citizenship test. Information sessions offered monthly.
Age: 18Y and up
Cost: Free/Ongoing
To register call HMC at 905-842-2486, ext. 223 or
905-464-3222
Newcomer Conversation Circle
Join us in the library every Wednesday. Improve
your English conversation skills in a relaxed
atmosphere and build your speaking confidence.
Come out and share your experiences, learn about
your community and discover what the library has to
offer. Certificates awarded for participation.
Age: 18Y and up
Cost: Free/Ongoing
Glen Abbey Branch
Wed/Sep 07
7:00pm-8:30pm
To register call The Centre at 905-336-5444 ext.102
Communication in the Workplace
A settlement worker is available in the library every
Monday to meet with newcomers to help them settle
and integrate into their new community. Information
is provided on education, healthcare, housing,
employment, translation services, citizenship tests,
citizenship applications and more.
Age: 18Y and up
Cost: Free/Ongoing*
4:00pm-7:30pm
To make an appointment call HMC at 905-464-3246.
Drop-ins welcome, too.
*Please check Holiday closures on page 1
Introduction to Computers
Hands-on workshop to help newcomers enhance
their computer literacy skills. Includes Microsoft
Word, introduction to Excel, and introduction to
PowerPoint.
Age: 18Y and up
Cost: Free/8 Classes
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Sat/Sep 17
Central Branch
Sat/Jan 14
10:00am-12:00pm
10:00am-12:00pm
To register call HMC at 905-842-2486, ext. 241
No class on Oct. 8, 2016 and Feb.11, 2017
Effective communication skills are key to success in the workplace. Join us for one or both of these workshops presented
by Sheridan’s Department of Workforce Development. Appropriate for newcomers or people returning to the work
force. Sample topics are listed below.
Part II: Equip yourself with tools to listen attentively and
Part I: Would you like to be more comfortable making
effectively contribute your opinions in the workplace.
small talk? Or learn how to effectively answer a common
Age: 18Y and up
Cost: Free/1 Class
employer’s question: “Tell me about yourself?”
Central Branch Auditorium
Age: 18Y and up
Cost: Free/1 Class
Thu/Jan 26
7:00pm-8:30pm
Central Branch Auditorium
To register, call Central Branch 905-815-2044
Thu/Oct 27
7:00pm-8:30pm
Teen
Programs
Fall 2016/Winter 2017
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Write2Xpress Contest 2016 –
Open to all Oakville students in grades 7-12
Learn about the process for sponsoring parents and
grandparents to come to Canada. Participants will
learn about new policies, requirements, documents
and how to fill out application forms. Question and
answer period will take place.
Age: 18Y and up
Cost: Free/1 Class
Central Branch Auditorium
Tue/Oct 18
7:00pm-8:30pm
Photo by: Claudia Himmelreich
Sponsoring Parents and Grandparents
To register, call HMC at 905-464-3246
Introduction to the Canadian
Income Tax System
This session prepares you for the annual tax filing.
Topics include what you can claim on tax returns, filing
your taxes, dates to remember, and RRSP contributions.
Age: 18Y and up
Cost: Free/1 Class
Glen Abbey Branch
Tue/Feb 21
7:00pm-8:30pm
Write2Xpress teen writing contest will be
accepting submissions starting
Thursday, August 25th until
Sunday, October 23rd at 11:59pm.
Be sure to enter your short story and/or poem based
on this year’s image. Contest entries will be accepted
through the library’s website at www.opl.ca/
programs/write2xpress.
To register call NIC at 905-875-3851, ext.5008
Know Your Rights at Work
This session introduces workers to important rights
at work. Knowing about workplace rights is often
critical in terms of health and safety, and in accessing
income security programs. Learn more about
employment standards in Ontario, human rights,
workplace violence and harassment.
Age: 18Y and up
Cost: Free/1 Class
Central Branch Auditorium
Tue/Mar 21
7:00pm-8:30pm
Call NIC to register at 905-875-3851, ext. 5008
Oakville Public Library thanks its partners and their staff
for their support of these programs.
Contest rules will be available online and at all
branches. Winners will be announced at the
Write2Xpress Celebration and all participants will
receive a certificate for their entry. Celebration
evening is by invitation only.
Write2Xpress 2016 Celebration will take place
in the Rehearsal Hall at Queen Elizabeth Park
Community & Cultural Centre.
Thursday, Nov 17th – Celebration begins promptly
at 7pm. The event will be hosted by members of the
Teen Advisory Group with a panel of special guest
authors who will be presenting the winning entries.
Our guest speaker will be Leah Bobet author of
Above and An Inheritance of Ashes which was an
Ontario Library Association 2015 Best Bets title and
finalist for the Prix Aurora Award.
The contest is generously sponsored by
the Friends of the Oakville Public Library
Spring/Summer 2016
Course availability can be
viewed online or by telephone
when you browse iris. Availability
cannot be guaranteed on
inquiries – only at time of
registration. You can register online
after the program start date, up to 50 %
of the way through the course as long as the program still
has availability. Iris registration will provide immediate
confirmation of registration. All registration methods will
receive a confirmation letter by mail within two weeks of
processing registrations. The location, start date and time of
the course will be included. Please check all details carefully,
and call 905-338-4250 if there are any discrepancies,
or if you do not receive this letter prior to the start date of
the program.
Excellent programs can get cancelled because people wait
until the last moment to register. All programs need to be cost
effective and cannot run if there are not enough participants.
Please register early to avoid disappointment. All participants
must meet the course age requirements.
In the event that the course you selected is full, you may be
placed on a waitlist and a waitlist confirmation will be mailed
to you.
Payment:
Full payment of program fees must be submitted with your
registration form. If paying by cheque, please make payable
to ’Town of Oakville’. Iris registrations must be paid by credit
cards – VISA, MasterCard or by using credit on your iris
account.
We will try to ensure that the registrations are processed
together for friends or relatives. Registration forms, individual
cheques and/ or credit card numbers are required for each
family in order to receive separate receipts.
Duplicate receipts will only be issued upon request and
are subject to a $11.30 administration fee per request.
An administration charge of $40 will be levied for all NSF
cheques and returned payments.
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Information
Refunds/Withdrawals:
Pro-rated credits or refunds/withdrawals can be
requested no later than one business day prior to
the third class. You are also able to withdraw online
from a program using iris, up to four days prior to
the program start date. A credit will be placed on
your account. Withdrawal and/or refund requests on or after
the third class of the program will be processed for medical
reasons only for the remaining classes of the program and
must be accompanied by a Doctor’s note. These medical
requests will be pro-rated, but will not be subject to an
administration fee.
Refunds or withdrawals can be made by calling
905-338-4250 between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm
Monday – Friday. All requests for refunds are subject
to a $11.30 charge per registration per transaction.
For Safety’s Sake:
To ensure participant health and safety, please make program
staff aware of any medical conditions or special needs.
A participant profile – Special Needs and Medical form should
be completed (if applicable) when registering for any library
program so that we can ensure that the program experience is
positive for everyone.
The library is a public place and children must not be left
unattended as staff cannot be responsible for their supervision
or safety. Your cooperation is appreciated as we strive to make
every child’s visit to the library a positive one. When your
child attends a library program, please remain close by within
the branch or program location should your child need you.
Cancellation Information:
The Oakville Public Library reserves the right to cancel
or alter any classes, time, costs or locations outlined in
this brochure without notice, as required, due to a lack of
registration, change of policy, or availability of facilities
or instructors. Full refunds will be issued for Course
Cancellations only.
Registration
Information
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When can I register?
Registration for Fall/Winter programs begins Saturday, August 13, 2016.
No programs: Mon/Sep 5 (Labour Day), Mon/Oct 10 (Thanksgiving) & Mon/Feb 20, 2017(Family Day)
How Do I Register?
On Saturday, August 13, 2016 at 9:00 am registration opens.
iris Online/by PHONE
www.oakville.ca/
905-815-2000
24 hours/day
•
Visit www.oakville.ca and click on program registration and follow the prompt
•
•
OR call iris at 905-815-2000
Have your Personal ID number & Family PIN number* ready. Choose your programs.
Methods of payment include VISA, MasterCard or money in your iris account.
•
•
Immediate Confirmation
FAX
905-338-4188
or MAIL
or DROP OFF
Need a family PIN number
and personal ID number?
Call 905-845-6601
ext.4747
Please allow at least
two business days for
processing your request.
Full account payment is required to complete registration
(including any outstanding balance on account).
You will know if you have registered successfully once payment is complete and
you are provided with a confirmation number. Official registration receipts & waitlist notifications
will be mailed within two weeks.
Processing of faxed, mailed or drop off registration forms will begin on
Saturday, August 13, 2016 in indiscriminate order.
• Complete registration form – up to three registrations from the same family
can be entered on one form. Please print clearly.
• Methods of payment include VISA, MasterCard or money on your iris account for faxed
registrations, cheque and cash for drop off registrations.
• Fax to Department of Recreation and Culture, Program Registration at 905-338-4188
or
• Mail the completed registration form to:
• Town of Oakville, Department of Recreation and Culture Program Registration
• P.O. Box 310, 1225 Trafalgar Rd., Oakville, ON, L6J 5A6
or
• Drop off completed form with payment at Town Hall, or any branch of the
Oakville Public Library. See page 1 for location details.
• Forms that are dropped off will be delivered to Town Hall for processing
within two business days.
• Official registration receipts & waitlist notifications will be mailed within two weeks.
HST Please be aware that Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) has been included in cost when applicable. HST is applied to participants
15 years of age and older including paid adult events, programs and workshops.
Online registration E-X-T-E-N-D-E-D ! Now you can register online AFTER the program start date, up to 50 % of the
way through the course! But don’t wait until the last minute. Popular programs fill up fast and others might be cancelled if there isn’t
enough interest.
Spring/Summer 2016
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Information
For office use only
Register
Register
online at oakville.ca
online
oakville.ca
by phone 905-815-2000
by
by fax 905-338-4188
by
uestions?
Q
Questions?
RIS help line 905-845-6601 ext. 4747
IIRIS
egistration inquiries 905-338-4250
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Registration
Have you previously registered with the department?
Have
Has
Has your address/telephone number changed since you last registered?
If yes, previous telephone number:
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
No
No
No
For site use only
Non-residents add $10 plus applicable taxes per course
Non-residents
For participants with special needs
For
Please fax Participant Profile - Special Needs/Medical
Please
form, found with registration form.
Please print clearly.
Adult’s last name (parent/guardian)
First name
Address
Home phone
Apt.
Business phone
Email
City
Postal code
Emergency contact name
Emergency phone
Photo release
Get connected!
Photographs of participants may be taken at any time for town promotional purposes.
If you do not wish to have your/your child’s photo taken/used, please sign below.
I do not wish to have my/my child’s photo/name taken/used
I give permission to take/use my/my child’s photo/name
Signature
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Date
1 Participant’s name
Birth date
dd
mm
Location
Course Code
Want to learn more about the latest Recreation
Want
and Culture programs and initiatives?
M/F
Course Name
yy
Day/Session/Week
Time
Total ($)
Time
Total ($)
Time
Total ($)
First choice
Second choice
2 Participant’s name
Birth date
dd
mm
Location
Course Code
M/F
Course Name
yy
Day/Session/Week
First choice
Second choice
3 Participant’s name
Birth date
dd
mm
Location
Course Code
M/F
Course Name
yy
Day/Session/Week
First choice
Second choice
If applicable, subtract credit left on account ($
P
Payment
ayment type:
C
Cheque*
heque*
D
Debit
ebit
C
Cash
ash
V
Visa
isa
M
MasterCard
asterCard
+AT = plus applicable taxes.
Signature (for credit card only)
A
American
merican Express All non-residents add $10.00 +AT per course $
*Make cheques payable to Town of Oakville. No post-dated cheques.
Expiry
mm
Total amount $
Security Code
yy
Credit card #
PPersonal
ersonal information on this form is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, S.0. 2001, c.25 and will be used for the purpose of program registration administration. Questions about this collection may be directed to:
The Recreation and Culture department - Registration, Town of Oakville, 1225 Trafalgar Road, Oakville, Ontario, L6H 0H3. Telephone: 905-338-4250.
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REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Information
www.opl.ca
Participant Profile
Special Needs / Medical
To best serve the needs of all program participants, we require the following information for leadership staff’s
awareness. Please choose the category that best describes the needs of the participants with special needs.
Please fax this completed form to registration at 905-338-4188; attention Carol Gall, or email [email protected].
For general registration inquiries, call 905-338-4250. For IRIS help, call 905-845-6601, ext. 4747.
Participant last name
Participant first name
Birth date
dd
mm
Program
1
For participants
with special needs
Will attend with
own support?
Yes
Home phone
Business phone
Main contact email address
Day
Time
Location
yy
Non-life threatening medical condition — eg. ADD, ADHD, epilepsy, etc.
Please identify:
Life threatening medical condition
Please note that for participants in this category a Medic Alert or similar identification bracelet is mandatory.
2
Peanut allergy
Bee sting allergy
Cardiac condition
Diabetes
Other:
Does participant carry Epi Pen?
Does participant carry special medication?
Does participant carry insulin?
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
No
No
Physical mobility, mental challenges or behaviours
Physical challenges (describe condition)
3
Mental challenges.
Medical diagnosis is:
Down’s syndrome
Autism
Other:
Behaviours (describe condition)
Vision, hearing or physical mobility
4
Vision
Hearing
Physical
Good
Good
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Poor
Unknown
Unknown
Unknown
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Helpful background information
Is extra support required at school?
Does disability affect the safety of the participant?
Is extra support/assistance required for basic care?
Is the participant currently associated with a support agency?
Tips for Instructors
Personal information on this form is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, S.0. 2001, c.25 and will be used for the purpose of program registration administration.
Questions about this collection may be directed to: The Recreation and Culture department - Registration, Town of Oakville, 1225 Trafalgar Road, Oakville, Ontario, L6H 0H3.
Telephone: 905-338-4250.