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Meaford Public Library Regular Hours
Monday 10 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 8 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 8 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday 11 am - 3 pm
Closed Tuesday, November 11
in recognition of Remembrance Day
Lest We Forget
Remember to check out our Virtual Library
It's open 24/7!
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SOLD OUT
Doubleday Canada and the Meaford Public Library
are pleased to present
Alan Doyle
Author of The Smiling Land: All Around the Circle in My Newfoundland and Labrador
In conversation with Christopher Thomas with one of Canada's most beloved and celebrated Newfoundlanders. A rollicking insider's guide to the province, told as only
Alan Doyle can tell it.
Wednesday, November 5
7:00 pm
Meaford Hall Arts and Cultural Centre
This event is generously sponsored by the Friends of Meaford Library.
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Human Trafficking Awareness Community Town Hall
Thursday, November 13
6:30 to 9:00 pm
Doors open at 6:00 pm
Christ Church Anglican (34 Boucher Street East)
Drop-In
Join us for an evening of learning how Human Trafficking affects our community,
families & youth. Hear from police, lived experience stories from guest speakers,
and submit questions for our community partners Q&A discussion panel.
In cooperation with Grey Bruce Community Safety and Well-Being Plan
and various partners.
Sponsored by the Friends of Meaford Library.
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Remembrance Day at the Library
Monday, November 3 to Monday, November 10
All Ages
Veterans Affairs Canada has provided printed Remembrance Day learning material which is available at the library. Also, pick up a Postcard for Peace and send a message of thanks to a soldier or veteran.
While supplies last.
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Tiny Hands, Big Roars -
Let's Meet Some Dinosaurs!
with QYC Fun Factory Indoor Playcentre
Saturday, November 22
11:00 am
Friends of Meaford Library Room
Please register in advance
Join us for a roaring good time filled with dinosaur fun presented by QYC Fun Factory!
Enjoy stories and dinosaurs, learn amazing dino facts, and watch a dino-mite skit!
Get ready to stomp, chomp, and roar!
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Story Time
Wednesdays
10:30 am
All ages
Drop-In
Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and a craft! Encourage a love of reading and learning as we READ, WRITE, SING, TALK, and PLAY together.
*Wednesday, November 5
Special guest, Margaret, Humane Education Specialist, from the Georgian Triangle Humane Society and a friendly companion animal! Families will enjoy a stories, songs, learn about animal care, and meet a furry friend up close. A fun and heartwarming experience for all ages!
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Wednesdays
1:00 pm
Drop-In
Homeschool families meet at the library each week to share ideas and resources, enjoy games and activities, connect with the community and create friendships.
Everyone is welcome!
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The Write Stuff
Thursdays throughout November
4:00 pm
Ages 7-12
Enabling Accessibility Fund Room
Please register in advance
Creative writing activities for youth in a fun and friendly space! Each session is packed with games, writing prompts, and a chance to share your work in a friendly, inspiring space. Journals will be provided.
Bring your imagination!
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Forest of Reading 2026
The Forest of Reading is Canada's largest recreational reading program and an initiative of the Ontario Library Association. The goal is to encourage a love of reading.
The Forest of Reading celebrates Canadian books, authors, publishers, and illustrators. The program is for children and youth from Kindergarten to Grade 12.
Participants are encouraged to read the nominated titles and vote for their favourite books. Voting takes place in April 2026.
To participate visit the library to register and track your reading!
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1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
Register at the library for this free program.
Keep track of the titles of the books that you
read with your child.
Earn prizes as you work toward your goal!
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Stand Up! Fall Prevention
Thursdays throughout November
2:00 pm
Friends of Meaford Library Room
Please register in advance
Movement is one of the best ways to improve balance. As muscles weaken and reaction time slows with age, regular exercise helps keep you strong and steady. This introductory 4-week program, with Dorothy Embacher, an Older Adult Fitness Specialist, provides 15 minutes of educational topics with 45 minutes of standing and seated exercise that will focus on improving balance, increasing strength, flexibility
and agility.
Primarily for older adults who are concerned about their balance, or wish to prevent falls, and are able to stand with or without support.
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Play Time! Fun Games for Your Dog
Saturday, November 15
2 pm
Friends of the Meaford Library Room
Please register in advance
Dogs welcome!
Boredom busters for Your Dog!
Like people, dogs need mental activities to stay sharp and avoid boredom.
Join Pam, from Furry Logic Dog Training as she shares how to make life more interesting and fulfilling for your dog using different types of enrichment toys and activities.
Make your own snuffle mat to take home!
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Game On! Adult Board Game Night
Thursday, November 20
5:30 pm
Friends of the Meaford Library Room
Ages 20+
Drop-In
Come hang out with your friends or make new ones! Enjoy food, games, music, and more!
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Family Bingo!
Tuesday, November 4, 18, and 25
3:30 pm
Friends of the Meaford Library Room
Drop-In
Enjoy a one-hour session of Bingo at the library!
Prizes to be won.
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Rainbow Crafts
Thursday, November 20
6:30 pm
Friends of the Meaford Library Room
Drop-In
Celebrate your pride with community, conversation,
and crafts! We’ll provide the supplies for a new craft
each month.
November Craft: Knitting and Crocheting
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Puzzle Exchange
Saturday, November 15
11:00 am Puzzle Drop Off
11:30 am - 12:30 pm Exchange
Friends of the Meaford Library Room
Have puzzles at home that you’ve already completed? Looking for new puzzles to try? Join us for a puzzle exchange and meet other puzzle enthusiasts! Get 1 ticket for each puzzle you bring.
11:00 am: Bring puzzles you’d like to exchange and get 1 ticket per puzzle.
11:30 am: Exchange tickets for new-to-you puzzles!
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DIY Gingerbread House
PICK UP:
Sunday, November 23 to Saturday, November 29
RETURN:
Monday, November 30 to Wednesday, December 3
JUDGING:
Thursday, December 4 to Sunday, December 7.
Please register in advance to receive a gingerbread house kit
Pick up a gingerbread house kit from the library. Take it home and design a festive candy home any way you like! Add candy, chocolate, sweets - the designs are endless!
Bring your house back to the library by Wednesday, December 3 and we will display them during Christmas on the Bay for the Gingerbread House Competition. The community will vote for their favourite and the top three wreaths will receive a festive prize!
Winners will be notified on Monday, December 8.
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Tuesday, November 4, 18, and 25
12:00 - 3:00 pm
Stanley Knight Room
Please register in advance
Meet weekly one-on-one with a tech professional from the Adult Learning Centre and learn how to use your device.
Send an email to libraryinfo@meaford.ca or call
519-538-3500 to book your 45-minute session.
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Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Rotary Club of Meaford Room
Drop-in or by appointment
Get help with your tablet, laptop, eReader, phone, etc. from one of our volunteers.
Send an email to libraryinfo@meaford.ca or call
519-538-3500 to book your 30-minute session.
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Meaford Public Library
Seed Library
Help the Meaford Seed Library grow!
While you are collecting seeds from this year's harvest, please consider donating some to the Meaford Public Library's Seed Library.
We accept local vegetable, fruit and flower seeds.
Help us replenish our stash for next spring!
The Meaford Public Library Seed Library provides seeds for free to anyone interested in gardening during the spring and summer months.
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‘A library is not a luxury but one of the necessities of life.’
– Henry Ward Beecher
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Meaford Public Library
November Staff Picks
Check out the full list of the books we are loving here!
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Ageless Artists
Tuesday, November 18
1:00 pm
Friends of the Meaford Library Room
Please register in advance
Get creative with other local artists!
Bring your preferred painting materials and paint your interpretation of the provided image.
For a full list of suggested materials, please see the Meaford Public Library’s adult program webpage.
Writers Circle
Thursday, November 13 and 27
10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Friends of the Meaford Library Room Please register in advance
Those wanting to explore writing are welcome to join Barbara Rosen for the writing circles.
Open to all experience levels.
Please bring a pen and writing pad.
Elder Law Series - EVENT FULL
Friday, November 14
2:00 - 3:00 pm
Friends of the Meaford Library Room
Please register in advance
Join lawyer Angela Yenssen, of the Grey Bruce Community Legal Clinic, who will present information and answer questions covering various legal issues related to seniors.
The Elder Law Series will run monthly, on the 2nd Friday, with a different topic presented each session.
November Topic:
Wills – Advanced Level
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Qigong & Meditation
Tuesday, November 4, 18, and 25
10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Friends of the Meaford Library Room
Please register in advance
Instructor Barbara Rosen will guide a
1-hour standing ancient Chinese Qigong practice to energize the mind, body, and spirit. After, there will be a 30-minute seated meditation. Join us for one or
all sessions.
Hooked on Knitting
Thursdays
1:30 - 3:30 pm
Library Reading Room
Drop-in
Do you love knitting? Come join a friendly group of knitters at the library!
Bring your own yarn and needles and you're ready to begin. Beginners and experienced knitters are welcome. Browse the library collection to find
books with new projects, learn a new technique, etc.
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Meaford Reads Book Club
Wednesday, November 19 at 1:00 pm
Friends of the Meaford Library Room
Reading:
“The Ghost Orchard”
by Helen Humphreys
The Travelling Book Club
Tuesday, November 25 at 6:30 pm
The Leeky Canoe
Reading:
"A Town Called Solace"
by Mary Lawson
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Brown Bag Book Club
Wednesday, November 26 at 1:00 pm
Friends of the Meaford Library Room
Reading:
“The Frozen River”
by Ariel Lawhon
Be-Tween the Pages Book Club
Wednesday, November 26 at 3:30 pm
Enabling Accessibility Fund Room
Ages 9-12
Meet friends, play games, discover new books, and have fun! Each month we will feature a different book to discuss.
Reading:
Readers' Choice
Rainbow Reads Book Club
Thursday, November 27 at 6:30 pm
Friends of the Meaford Library Room
Reading:
Readers’ Choice
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Life Directions
Wednesdays
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Drop-in or by appointment
Life Directions specializes in providing individualized, one-on-one employment supports to jobseekers facing barriers to employment. Interested individuals can book an appointment by calling 519-378-5514 or emailing lifedirections@segss.com
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YMCA Employment Services
Tuesday, November 4 and 25
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Rotary Club of Meaford Room
Drop-in
YMCA Employment Services can help you with career planning and development, retraining and skills upgrading, employer connections, resume writing, interview preparation, and hidden job market.
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The Net Shed Used Book Store
Closed for the Season
If you have books to donate while the Net Shed is closed for the winter, please contact
the FOML at netshedcoordinator@gmail.com to arrange a drop-off appointment.
PLEASE DO NOT leave books on the steps of the Net Shed as the weather
(snow, rain, etc.) destroys them and will then have to be thrown out.
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