Experts in the Library with Al Pace

Join local artist and entrepreneur Al Pace for a visually striking presentation at the Mill Library on Sunday, January 19 at 2 p.m. Al will share his personal journey of how canoeing wilderness rivers of the Northwest Territories over 45-years has influenced his creative process working in high-fired stoneware. From the big-sky, tundra landscapes north of the Arctic Circle to the rugged and raw peaks of the Mackenzie Mountains, Al's bold forms and layered glazes often reflect the textures and rhythms of this mysterious northern landscape. Al's life-journey combines his love of adventure with his passion for creating vessels with a distinctly Canadian flavour.

Please register to let us know that you plan to attend.

For King and Country: The Story of the No. 2 Construction Battalion

Thursday, February 13, 7 p.m., Mill Library 

Join us for an inspiring evening with Kevin Junor, MMM, OOnt, CD, retired captain and Order of Ontario recipient, in partnership with the Dufferin County Canadian Black Association.

This event will highlight No. 2 Construction Battalion – the first and only all-Black battalion in Canadian military history – sharing the stories of Black veterans and their lasting impact on the nation.. See the events calendar on the library's website for more details.

After Hours Write Club

Every other Tuesday, 7 - 8:30 p.m., Mill Library

The After Hours Write Club is a writing workshop facilitated by local author Anthony Carnovale. Please register in advance to attend this program and don't forget to pack your writing supplies. See the website events calendar for dates.

Orange thREADs

Tuesday, January 21, 1 p.m., Mill Library

Share your passion for reading and all things fibre arts. Join this friendly group at Mill library in the Community Livingroom for an afternoon of conversation and connection. New members are always welcome.

Family Literacy Day - Stoytime Magic Show

Join us on Saturday, January 25, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. to celebrate Family Literacy Day with a family storytime and magic show! Ms. Erin and special guest Marty the Magician will share the wonders of reading together as a family in this fun and engaging program filled with stories and magic tricks.  

Family Literacy Day takes place annually on January 27 to raise awareness about the importance of reading and engaging in other literacy-related activities as a family. Find more information about ABC Life Literacy Canada and Family Literacy Day.

Every Child Ready to Read Stoytimes

Enjoy drop in ECRR storytimes at both library locations. The winter session runs from January 14 to March 7. See the events calendar on the library's website for more details.

Mondays - Adventures in the Park - 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Village Green Park, 53 Hewitt Street

Tuesdays - ECRR Storytime (5 and under) - 10:30 a.m. at the Alder Library

Wednesdays - ECRR with Babies (newborn to 18 months) - 1 p.m. in Storyland at the Mill Library

Thursdays - ECRR Storytime (5 and under) - 10:30 a.m. in Storyland at the Mill Library

Fridays - ECRR with Babies (newborn to 18 months) - 10:30 a.m. at the Alder Library

Teens at the Library

Friday, January 24, 4 p.m. - Teen Chronicles book club meets in the Alder Library.

Friday, February 14, 4 p.m. - Teen Advisory Group (TAG) meets in the Alder Library. Help plan a Teen trivia program to be held during March Break. Contact teens@orangeville.ca for more information.

Holiday Closures - Both locations are closed on Sunday, February 16 and the Mill Library is closed on Monday, February 17. The Alder Library is open from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Family Day.

Library Board Meeting - The next meeting of the Library Board is on Wednesday, February 26, 5 p.m. at the Mill Street Library.

This month, the library is hosting two caseworkers from the Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP). If you have a question about this program, drop in to meet with Amy on Monday or Susan on Thursday. They are available from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Mill Library. 

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