Past Events

Summer Reading Club Meet-Ups

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Come hang out with us each week for fun crafts, creativity, book chats, and all-around summer fun! We'll also have snacks for kiddos while they create, generously donated by our friends at Beaver Valley Outreach.  Ages 8 and up | Drop-in program.

Don’t forget to bring water and wear sunscreen—it's sunny, crafty fun under the tent!
 While supplies last! 

Dig into Gardening: Garden Maintenance

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Transform your garden space and become your own gardener!

Discover how you can take your garden envy into garden glory with FREE workshops with Grey County Master Gardeners. Learn from science-based garden advisors who are dedicated to helping you love your garden space.

July topic: Garden Maintenance

Learn practical tips on keeping your soil and plants healthy, and what the best tools for the task are.

Visit the Library website to register!

2025 Lions Watershed Festival

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Presented by the Thornbury/Beaver Valley Lions Club

Friday, July 11 - 12:00pm to 9:00pm
Saturday, July 12 - 9:00am to 7:30pm

  • Keynote speakers
  • Presentations
  • Film screening: All Too Clear
    • Including discussion with filmmakers and producers
  •  Pancake breakfast
  • BBQ
  • Live music

Traveling Fairy Workshop

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Step into the magical world of fairies! In folklore, these mischievous little beings are known for guiding travelers—or sending them off on unexpected adventures to enchanted realms. Join us in the Gallery for a whimsical Fairy Travel Workshop where you’ll create your very own traveling fairy using all sorts of magical materials (and a hot glue gun or two!). Perfect for imaginative adventurers ages 8 and up. Space is limited, so be sure to register!

Wired Wednesdays: Debit Visas & Mastercards: Online Safety Tips

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Thinking of using a prepaid debit Visa or Mastercard online? Ashley will explain how they work, what to watch out for, and how to stay safe.

Ashley will be available in the L.E. Shore Boardroom from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM for 15-minute drop-in sessions to assist with minor tech issues. For more complex problems that may require additional time, 1-hour tech help appointments are available four days a week.

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Summer Reading Club Meet-Ups

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Come hang out with us each week for fun crafts, creativity, book chats, and all-around summer fun! We'll also have snacks for kiddos while they create, generously donated by our friends at Beaver Valley Outreach.  Ages 8 and up | Drop-in program.

Don’t forget to bring water and wear sunscreen—it's sunny, crafty fun under the tent!
 While supplies last! 

Wired Wednesdays: Easy Printing with Princh

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Learn how to print from your phone, tablet, or computer using the library’s Princh service. Ashley will go step-by-step to make it simple and stress-free.

Ashley will be available in the L.E. Shore Boardroom from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM for 15-minute drop-in sessions to assist with minor tech issues. For more complex problems that may require additional time, 1-hour tech help appointments are available four days a week.

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Rainbow Dance Party

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Join us for an unforgettable day of dancing, crafts, and fun at our Rainbow Dance Party! It’s a celebration for the whole family, brought to you in the name of pride.

Groove to the beat with Tyler Boyle as he leads the dance floor on the Front Lawn at L.E. Shore Library! A fun-filled event with dancing, crafts, LGBT+ resources, giveaways, and games. There will be a flash mob style dance with easy-to-follow moves, encouraging everyone to add their own style.

No dance experience needed – this is for all ages and abilities!

TBM Repair Café

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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!

23rd Annual Duck Race

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Take part in the 23rd Annual Duck Race presented by the Thornbury/Beaver Valley Lions Club!

Tickets: $5.00

1st Duck Drawn - $1000
2nd Duck Drawn - $500
3rd Duck Drawn - $250
4th Duck Drawn - $100
5th Duck Drawn - $50 Gift Card
6th Duck Drawn - Special Draw

Tickets at Thornbury Pharmasave and Riverside Press
Call 519-599-7781

Wired Wednesdays: Cloud Storage Made Simple

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Not sure where your files or photos are going? In this Wired Wednesday video, Ashley breaks down the basics of cloud storage using Google Drive, iCloud, and OneDrive. Learn how to find your files, free up space, and understand what’s actually saved on your device vs. the cloud.

Ashley will be available in the L.E. Shore Boardroom from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM for 15-minute drop-in sessions to assist with minor tech issues. For more complex problems that may require additional time, 1-hour tech help appointments are available four days a week.

Dig Into Gardening: 3D's of Pruning

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Transform your garden space and become your own gardener!

Discover how you can take your garden envy into garden glory with FREE workshops with Grey County Master Gardeners. Learn from science-based garden advisors who are dedicated to helping you love your garden space.

June topic: 3D's of Pruning

Learn pruning techniques for your shrub perennial plants, get hands on experience and step-by-step to the how's and when's of pruning.

WORKSHOP: Intro to Zentangle | Chari-Lynn Reithmeier

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The Gallery at L.E. Shore is thrilled to welcome instructor Chari-Lynn Reithmeier for a fun and mindful Zentangle workshop!

Zentangle is an easy to learn, relaxing method of creating beautiful images from structured patterns.   As a student, you will learn to access your intuition and develop your creativity. The practice of Zentangle allows you to shift your state of mind towards relaxation, focus and inspiration. 

Cost: $35.00 per person (includes all supplies) payable on the day of the workshop (June 14). Cash preferred.

Wired Wednesdays: Consumer Reports

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Make informed decisions with Consumer Reports' trusted reviews and ratings. Learn how to access this valuable resource to compare products and find the best deals.

Ashley will be available in the L.E. Shore Boardroom from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM for 15-minute drop-in sessions to assist with minor tech issues. For more complex problems that may require additional time, 1-hour tech help appointments are available four days a week.

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Blue Mountain Film + Media Festival 2025

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Now in its 4th year, the Blue Mountain Film + Media Festival returns May 29 – June 1, 2025, set against the breathtaking backdrop of Blue Mountain Village.

Over four action-packed days, BMFM brings together a curated selection of international and Canadian films, including award-winning features, thought-provoking documentaries, and bold new voices in cinema. The festival offers audiences not only unforgettable screenings but also the chance to engage with filmmakers, attend live Q&As, and connect through special events, parties, and outdoor experiences.

Wired Wednesdays: What Can AI Do for Me? Everyday Magic with ChatGPT

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Curious what ChatGPT can really do? In this fun and easy Wired Wednesdays video, we’ll explore some of the surprising and helpful ways AI can make life a little easier — or just more fun!

From asking for jokes or poems about your pet, to getting help with packing for a trip, or figuring out how to convert recipes — this video is all about showing you what’s possible with just a few words. You don’t need to be tech-savvy — if you can type or talk, you can use AI. Come see the magic for yourself!

TBM Repair Café

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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!