Get into the holiday spirit with a fun and festive afternoon of creativity at the L.E. Shore Library! Join talented artist Patti Di Florio for the Sparkle & Shine Mosaic Holiday Tree Workshop, where you'll create your very own shimmering mosaic tree to take home.
On the 4th Saturday of every month (except July, August and December) 9am-noon area residents have the opportunity to bring their broken items to the Repair Café, where community volunteers use their skills to help repair them for free. We also share some social time, with coffee or a nice cup of tea and cookies. This adventure not only brings our community together to help our neighbours, it also lengthens the life of the items repaired/mended, diverts items going to our landfill and saves taxpayers money!
It’s that magical time of year again!
Sharpen your pencils and gather your best holiday wishes—it’s time to write a letter to the one and only Santa Claus!
Starting Saturday, November 22, visit the Library to find our Letters to Santa writing station, complete with festive paper and a bright red North Pole Mailbox.
Many apps request access to your contacts, location, and camera, often without you realizing it. In this short video, Ashley shows how to check and change app permissions on Android and iPhone, highlights risky examples, and shares tips for safer app use.
Ashley will be in the L.E. Shore Library Boardroom from 2pm-4pm for 15 minute drop-in tech help sessions! Bring your devices, passwords, and questions!
The public is invited to attend the following Remembrance Day ceremonies within the Town:
Thornbury Cenotaph
Jack Acres Park
Tuesday, November 11 - beginning at 10:45 a.m.
Seniors are often targeted by phishing emails, fake tech support, and grandparent scam calls. In this short video, Ashley shares examples of common scams, how to recognize suspicious messages, and what to do if you think you’ve been targeted.
Ashley will be in the L.E. Shore Library Boardroom from 2pm-4pm for 15 minute drop-in tech help sessions! Bring your devices, passwords, and questions!
Through a captivating exhibition of whimsical paintings, Anna Green delves into the power and grace of the feminine spirit and her interaction with the natural world.
The work is symbolic of finding joy, peace and grace.
Cultivating self-love.
Taking time for others.
Practicing kindness to all living creatures.
Immersing oneself in nature.
And nurturing a conscious awareness of one’s footprint on this sacred planet.
Meet us in the Story Tower at L.E. Shore Library for a fun and interactive Story Time on Fridays at 11:00am. Join us for stories, rhymes, movement, songs, and lots of FUN! Ages 0-5 and their caregivers. Siblings and older children welcome. Drop-in.
The lab door slams shut. The generator roars to life.
Frankenstein’s monster is about to be… restitched.
You have 15 minutes to piece together the shutdown code before the creature opens its eyes—and you become part of the experiment.
Will you make it out… or be stitched in forever?
Ashley explains what software updates really do, like fixing bugs, improving security, and adding new features. Learn how to safely update your phone, tablet, or computer, when to wait, and how automatic updates work.
Ashley will be in the L.E. Shore Library Boardroom from 2pm-4pm for 15 minute drop-in tech help sessions! Bring your devices, passwords, and questions!
As we celebrate 30 years of the L.E. Shore Library, we’re looking to the future! Help us plan for the next 30 years by sharing your ideas on how the building can better support reading, learning, gathering, and creativity for everyone in our community.
Join us to learn about the Space Utilization Study, speak with the project team, and provide feedback.
Agenda:
Calling all spooky spaniels and howling hounds! The Thornbury BIA is hosting its second annual Wag-o-ween, a dog- and family-friendly Halloween event where costumes are encouraged for everyone. Meet at Smith Memorial Park (between Town Hall and the BVO) for a guided dog walk ending on Bruce Street South with a costume contest, pawsome prizes from Uptown Dog and Mullin’s Pet Market, treats, pup cups, activities, special guests, and Halloween cupcakes for humans!
On the 4th Saturday of every month (except July, August and December) 9am-noon area residents have the opportunity to bring their broken items to the Repair Café, where community volunteers use their skills to help repair them for free. We also share some social time, with coffee or a nice cup of tea and cookies. This adventure not only brings our community together to help our neighbours, it also lengthens the life of the items repaired/mended, diverts items going to our landfill and saves taxpayers money!
Voice assistants like Alexa, Siri, and Google’s new Gemini are built into smart speakers and smartphones, but what do they really hear? In this short tech video, Ashley explains how these assistants work, what data they collect, and how to adjust privacy settings. Learn simple tips for safer use, like muting the mic when it’s not needed.
Ashley will be in the L.E. Shore Library Boardroom from 2pm-4pm for 15 minute drop-in tech help sessions! Bring your devices, passwords, and questions!
Turn cute into creepy at our Haunted Doll Workshop! Use fabric, paint, and spooky imagination to create your own haunted doll—just in time for Halloween.
Bring a doll to transform, or use one of ours if you forget. Spots are limited—register if you dare!
This fall, we’re crafting more than just blocks! Join us for Kids Can Cook: Minecraft Edition, where we’ll be making real-life recipes inspired by your favourite Minecraft foods!
Get ready to whip up:
Homemade Applesauce — just like harvesting apples from the trees!
Moroccan Style Carrot Salad — farm it, craft it, taste it!
Fruit Salsa — a colourful combo worthy of a potion boost!
Whether you're a Redstone master or just love to cook, come hang out once a month for food, fun, and Minecraft-themed adventures.
Ashley shares quick tips on managing your cloud space. Learn what counts toward your storage (like photos, emails, and backups), how to check what’s using it up, and easy ways to free space. Plus, find out how to upgrade if you need more room!
Ashley will be in the L.E. Shore Library Boardroom from 2pm-4pm for 15 minute drop-in tech help sessions! Bring your devices, passwords, and questions!
Get ready for a heartwarming and educational experience! On Fridays, October 3 & 10, we’re welcoming a very special guest—Sam, a certified St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog, along with his handler—for two soothing story time sessions.
During these gentle, interactive programs, little ones (ages 0–5) will have the chance to listen to calming stories, meet Sam up close, and even give him a friendly pet or cuddle. It’s a wonderful way to help young children build comfort and confidence around furry, four-legged friends in a safe, welcoming environment.
The L.E. Shore Library, Craigleith Heritage Depot, and the Gallery at L.E. Shore are proud to welcome author Kathryn Magee Labelle and artist Catherine Tàmmaro in celebration of the book Daughters of Aatenstic: Life Lessons from Seven Generations.
Join the Town of the Blue Mountains Fire Department for their Annual Open House celebrating the 103rd anniversary of Fire Prevention Week!