Summer is Officially Here!
By Courtney Spence
CM Libraries
Family Programming:
Stop by our Bruce Johnston Branch on Tuesday, July 8th at 4:30pm to take part in our Junior Gardeners. We will be making a dinosaur garden using a variety of supplies, such as sand, rocks, foliage, and of course, dinosaurs.
On Wednesday, July 9th, find us at our Millbrook Branch at 10:30am for a TD Summer Reading Activity. We will be taking part in a zoom trivia competition with patrons from the Wasaga Beach Public Library. Let’s get our trivia on!
On Wednesday, July 16th at 10:30am, join Tim Jeffries at our Millbrook Branch to uncover one of the world’s most amazing discoveries in dinosaur paleontology. Travel back to Cretaceous Canada as we examine the life and times of Scotty, the amazing world it lived in, and the newest science and breakthroughs. *All ages are welcome, although those aged 8 and up are better suited for this activity.*
For more information on all of our summer programming, please see our newsletter, social media, and/or website. *Pre-registration is required. Visit our website at cmlibraries.ca to register.*
Adult Programming:
Melissa (Ontario Health at Home) will be coming to our Millbrook Branch on Wednesday, July 9th from 1:00-3:00pm for a workshop about stress and sleep. Melissa will chat about a variety of topics, including the myths about sleep, tips on how to get a good night’s sleep, common signs of a sleep disorder, and how to manage stress.
Back by popular demand, Judi will be teaching us how to make a beautiful flower out of paper. We will be meeting at our Bruce Johnston Branch on Tuesday, July 15th from 1:00-3:00pm.* Although this is an adult activity, kids aged 12 and up can also participate with the help of an adult.*
Zack Thibaudeau (Manager and Senior Funeral Director with the Mill Valley Funeral & Cremation Centre in Millbrook) will be coming to our Millbrook Branch on Wednesday, July30th from 1:00-3:00pm for a workshop about Funeral Pre-Planning. Zack will be discussing the importance and benefits of Funeral Pre-Planning along with options for funding, to ease the burden for loved ones while grieving a death. Troy Williams (IG Wealth Management) will also be around to discuss the benefits of a well-structured Estate Plan, along with Critical Tax Considerations and other key planning decisions you will need to make.
A New Chapter:
After working at the Bruce Johnston Branch since September 2005, Kimberly has decided that it is time to retire. The CMLibraries hosted a Tea Party to celebrate Kimberly’s 20 years of service thank you to everyone who attended. A guest book will be available until Thursday, July 3rd (Kimberly’s last day) for anyone who would like to write a message:
For more information on all our programs and activities, please see our newsletter and social media pages or email Courtney at tutor@cmlibraries.ca