Join us weekly for six days of virtual summer fun!
Mondays are Read and Draw
Tuesdays are Tech Tuesdays
Wednesdays are Reading Wednesdays
Thursdays are Thingamajig Thursdays, where we build something each week!
Fridays are Sci (Science) Fridays
And Saturdays are Stupendous Summer Saturdays, with amazing crafts you'll want to keep!
Best for ages 4-10 years.
June 30-August 28, Monday-Saturday
Free!
STEM Explorers explore the amazing world around us, and learn about how it works through simple hands-on experiments!
Best for ages 2-5, as these are very simple explorations of common real-world things!
Join us starting each Thursday July 8-August 26 at 11:00 am (but available to view any time!) at https://my.nicheacademy.com/aplvirtualprograms
Please note, this is a virtual version of the summer Wonderworks program we have offered in the past.
Discover skills and resources to help you feel informed, engaged and empowered to manage your mental health at work.
In partnership with Canadian Mental Health Association York and South Simcoe.
For more information, contact Corey Harvey, Employment Specialist / Job Developer, at cHarvey-Jazbec@cmha-yr.on.ca.
Feel the benefits of gentle core body stretches, movements and postures that will engage both sides of the body. Led by Jackie Thornton. For Zoom details, email bpreyde@aurorapl.ca
If you enjoy reading and chatting about books, then this is the club for you. Join us for lively discussions of excellent titles.
Thursdays, July 8 - August 26; 5-6 pm (on Zoom)
Free. For students entering Grades 8-12.
To register, please email ya@aurorapl.ca
Join us every Thursday during the summer Minecraft Realms Plus server to play along, or watch us play on Facebook Live.
To play you will need to have your own copy of Minecraft on PC, Switch, PS4 to join.
Join us weekly for six days of virtual summer fun!
Mondays are Read and Draw
Tuesdays are Tech Tuesdays
Wednesdays are Reading Wednesdays
Thursdays are Thingamajig Thursdays, where we build something each week!
Fridays are Sci (Science) Fridays
And Saturdays are Stupendous Summer Saturdays, with amazing crafts you'll want to keep!
Best for ages 4-10 years.
June 30-August 28, Monday-Saturday
Free!
Friday Jul 2 or 9 (orientation) | Fridays, Jul 16 – Sept 17 l 10:00am – 12:00pm
Build your self-confidence, create an action plan, work one-on-one with a career coach and receive support for one year. Plus, access networking events with guest speakers. For women 18+ living in York Region.
In partnership with Women’s Centre of York Region.
Register at wcyr.ca/registration
A reading challenge for teens. Expand your reading, get book suggestions and work your way to reading 100 Books Before Graduation.
Recommended for ages 13+
Register here https://aurorapl.beanstack.org
Join us weekly for six days of virtual summer fun!
Mondays are Read and Draw
Tuesdays are Tech Tuesdays
Wednesdays are Reading Wednesdays
Thursdays are Thingamajig Thursdays, where we build something each week!
Fridays are Sci (Science) Fridays
And Saturdays are Stupendous Summer Saturdays, with amazing crafts you'll want to keep!
Best for ages 4-10 years.
June 30-August 28, Monday-Saturday
Free!
Yes! It's back! There will be beads! There will be reading! TD Summer Reading Club launches today, with all those good things! Sign up or login here: https://aurorapl.beanstack.com/reader365, and pick the TD Summer Reading Club 2021 to join,and then start reading, reviewing, and completing activities!
You can get a necklace and brag tag when you register, and beads for every badge completed! All of those can be picked up at Aurora Public Library, Monday-Saturday, 11-6, using our curbside pickup.
Don't let the kids have all the summer reading fun this summer! Join APL's Adult Summer Reading Challenge and track the books you read, write reviews and earn digital badges. Each badge gets you a raffle ticket you can apply to prizes from differant Aurora businesses. Register at https://aurorapl.beanstack.org/
Challenge runs July 1 - August 31
Tap Into Your Imagination
Chasing Painted Horses by Drew Hayden Taylor has a magical, fable-like quality.
This year’s OBOA writing contest invites you to tap into your imagination and draw from elements of fantasy, fairy tale, science fiction or magic realism.
Submission Guidelines:
Art in Unexpected Places
Take our weekly Kahoot Challenge.
We bring the Creative Studio to you with a new project each week. Place a hold in the library catalogue, pick up your supplies and follow our tutorial to make something amazing. Limited kits are available each week. Place a hold on a kit today at https://bit.ly/30fMI8o
Bring home your own fantastic APL program and make something fun with your child. Simply place a hold in the library catalogue and pick up your supplies. Includes easy-to-follow instructions. Limited kits are available each week. Place a hold on a kit today at https://bit.ly/30fMI8o
Join us weekly for six days of virtual summer fun!
Mondays are Read and Draw
Tuesdays are Tech Tuesdays
Wednesdays are Reading Wednesdays
Thursdays are Thingamajig Thursdays, where we build something each week!
Fridays are Sci (Science) Fridays
And Saturdays are Stupendous Summer Saturdays, with amazing crafts you'll want to keep!
Best for ages 4-10 years.
June 30-August 28, Monday-Saturday
Free!
Get ready to read and draw! Join us every Monday all summer long to read part of a chapter book and then draw characters from the story. Great for ages 6-10.
Every Monday during the summer, on Zoom at 11AM.
Please register to receive the Zoom link.
Just gather your art supplies! We will read as a group together.
This week, we will draw: Elephant and Piggie!
Learn programming in Python with live, guided lessons. No coding experience required.
Live lessons weekly, course material available on https://my.nicheacademy.com/aplvirtualprograms
You will learn:
Join us weekly for six days of virtual summer fun!
Mondays are Read and Draw
Tuesdays are Tech Tuesdays
Wednesdays are Reading Wednesdays
Thursdays are Thingamajig Thursdays, where we build something each week!
Fridays are Sci (Science) Fridays
And Saturdays are Stupendous Summer Saturdays, with amazing crafts you'll want to keep!
Best for ages 4-10 years.
June 30-August 28, Monday-Saturday
Free!
Play Jackbox Party Games with us via Facebook Live every Tuesday. It’s easy to play from home, just watch our Live Stream via Facebook for all the game prompts and banter and enter your answers on a separate device.
To join the game go to Jackbox.tv on your device browser and enter the room code to play. Please note we recommend you have two devices for this, one to watch and one to play along.
Every Tuesday
The Superstar Storytellers Summer Series! Presented by the public libraries of Durham and York Regions. Join us this summer for four spectacular virtual children’s author visits.
August 3, 7:00-8:00: Meet Justin A. Reynolds and Pablo Leon!
Registration opens: July 20, 9:00 am.
Join us weekly for six days of virtual summer fun!
Mondays are Read and Draw
Tuesdays are Tech Tuesdays
Wednesdays are Reading Wednesdays
Thursdays are Thingamajig Thursdays, where we build something each week!
Fridays are Sci (Science) Fridays
And Saturdays are Stupendous Summer Saturdays, with amazing crafts you'll want to keep!
Best for ages 4-10 years.
June 30-August 28, Monday-Saturday
Free!
Join us to solve a crossword puzzle as a group. Enjoy doing crosswords but get stumped by a few clues? Let's harness the power of community and solve one together! The host will share a puzzle to view on your screen, and then you can verbally suggest answers.
This program will be offered over Zoom - instructions will be email 2 days before the event.
Learn how Advanced Style influencers (aged 50+) are using Instagram to fight gendered ageism rampant in North America’s fashion and beauty industries. This presentation is based on a Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada funded study recently published in the Journal of the Association for Consumer Research.
With Ela Veresiu (IBBA '09), Associate Professor, Marketing Specialization, Schulich School of Business
Presentation followed by Q&A.
Gain experience and bragging rights as you master the skills to become the responsible adult of your parents' dreams.
An asynchronous, online course in life skills for ages 13 - 18.
To register, please email ya@aurorapl.ca
Join us on Facebook Live for Online Trivia on Wednesday nights!. Test your skills and maybe learn something new!
Playing is easy- simply tune in at 8 PM, go to our Facebook page and type your comment in the chat. If you think the answer is #2, just type "2" into the chat!
Join us weekly for six days of virtual summer fun!
Mondays are Read and Draw
Tuesdays are Tech Tuesdays
Wednesdays are Reading Wednesdays
Thursdays are Thingamajig Thursdays, where we build something each week!
Fridays are Sci (Science) Fridays
And Saturdays are Stupendous Summer Saturdays, with amazing crafts you'll want to keep!
Best for ages 4-10 years.
June 30-August 28, Monday-Saturday
Free!
STEM Explorers explore the amazing world around us, and learn about how it works through simple hands-on experiments!
Best for ages 2-5, as these are very simple explorations of common real-world things!
Join us starting each Thursday July 8-August 26 at 11:00 am (but available to view any time!) at https://my.nicheacademy.com/aplvirtualprograms
Please note, this is a virtual version of the summer Wonderworks program we have offered in the past.
Join us for special outdoor Adventures at each location throughout the summer, where you can join us for fun outdoor and socially distanced activities!
Library staff will be visiting each location with fun activities and to celebrate summer reading as well! Activities are things like ball games and giant tic tac toe, so probably best for ages 3-10 (anyone can bring the family and come give it a try, however).
We'll be there for all but the most horrible weather, and will post on Facebook if we have to cancel or leave early due to weather!
Feel the benefits of gentle core body stretches, movements and postures that will engage both sides of the body. Led by Jackie Thornton. For Zoom details, email bpreyde@aurorapl.ca
If you enjoy reading and chatting about books, then this is the club for you. Join us for lively discussions of excellent titles.
Thursdays, July 8 - August 26; 5-6 pm (on Zoom)
Free. For students entering Grades 8-12.
To register, please email ya@aurorapl.ca
Join us every Thursday during the summer Minecraft Realms Plus server to play along, or watch us play on Facebook Live.
To play you will need to have your own copy of Minecraft on PC, Switch, PS4 to join.
Join us weekly for six days of virtual summer fun!
Mondays are Read and Draw
Tuesdays are Tech Tuesdays
Wednesdays are Reading Wednesdays
Thursdays are Thingamajig Thursdays, where we build something each week!
Fridays are Sci (Science) Fridays
And Saturdays are Stupendous Summer Saturdays, with amazing crafts you'll want to keep!
Best for ages 4-10 years.
June 30-August 28, Monday-Saturday
Free!
Friday Jul 2 or 9 (orientation) | Fridays, Jul 16 – Sept 17 l 10:00am – 12:00pm
Build your self-confidence, create an action plan, work one-on-one with a career coach and receive support for one year. Plus, access networking events with guest speakers. For women 18+ living in York Region.
In partnership with Women’s Centre of York Region.
Register at wcyr.ca/registration
A reading challenge for teens. Expand your reading, get book suggestions and work your way to reading 100 Books Before Graduation.
Recommended for ages 13+
Register here https://aurorapl.beanstack.org
Join us weekly for six days of virtual summer fun!
Mondays are Read and Draw
Tuesdays are Tech Tuesdays
Wednesdays are Reading Wednesdays
Thursdays are Thingamajig Thursdays, where we build something each week!
Fridays are Sci (Science) Fridays
And Saturdays are Stupendous Summer Saturdays, with amazing crafts you'll want to keep!
Best for ages 4-10 years.
June 30-August 28, Monday-Saturday
Free!
Yes! It's back! There will be beads! There will be reading! TD Summer Reading Club launches today, with all those good things! Sign up or login here: https://aurorapl.beanstack.com/reader365, and pick the TD Summer Reading Club 2021 to join,and then start reading, reviewing, and completing activities!
You can get a necklace and brag tag when you register, and beads for every badge completed! All of those can be picked up at Aurora Public Library, Monday-Saturday, 11-6, using our curbside pickup.
Don't let the kids have all the summer reading fun this summer! Join APL's Adult Summer Reading Challenge and track the books you read, write reviews and earn digital badges. Each badge gets you a raffle ticket you can apply to prizes from differant Aurora businesses. Register at https://aurorapl.beanstack.org/
Challenge runs July 1 - August 31
Tap Into Your Imagination
Chasing Painted Horses by Drew Hayden Taylor has a magical, fable-like quality.
This year’s OBOA writing contest invites you to tap into your imagination and draw from elements of fantasy, fairy tale, science fiction or magic realism.
Submission Guidelines:
Art in Unexpected Places
Take our weekly Kahoot Challenge.
We bring the Creative Studio to you with a new project each week. Place a hold in the library catalogue, pick up your supplies and follow our tutorial to make something amazing. Limited kits are available each week. Place a hold on a kit today at https://bit.ly/30fMI8o
Bring home your own fantastic APL program and make something fun with your child. Simply place a hold in the library catalogue and pick up your supplies. Includes easy-to-follow instructions. Limited kits are available each week. Place a hold on a kit today at https://bit.ly/30fMI8o
Join us weekly for six days of virtual summer fun!
Mondays are Read and Draw
Tuesdays are Tech Tuesdays
Wednesdays are Reading Wednesdays
Thursdays are Thingamajig Thursdays, where we build something each week!
Fridays are Sci (Science) Fridays
And Saturdays are Stupendous Summer Saturdays, with amazing crafts you'll want to keep!
Best for ages 4-10 years.
June 30-August 28, Monday-Saturday
Free!
Show and tell isn't just for kids anymore! Join the Aurora Public Library and the Aurora Museum & Archives for a virtual show and tell for adults. Share with us about an interesting item from your collection, a photograph, a family heirloom, or a piece of art you've created. Enjoy hearing an an item from the Aurora Museum's collection too.
Interested in attending but not looking to share about an item? Email kstark@aurorapl.ca for log in details
Get ready to read and draw! Join us every Monday all summer long to read part of a chapter book and then draw characters from the story. Great for ages 6-10.
Every Monday during the summer, on Zoom at 11AM.
Please register to receive the Zoom link.
Just gather your art supplies! We will read as a group together.
This week, we will draw: Zip!
Learn programming in Python with live, guided lessons. No coding experience required.
Live lessons weekly, course material available on https://my.nicheacademy.com/aplvirtualprograms
You will learn:
We are taking our Coffee Nights online - so BYO coffee for now :)
Join us weekly for six days of virtual summer fun!
Mondays are Read and Draw
Tuesdays are Tech Tuesdays
Wednesdays are Reading Wednesdays
Thursdays are Thingamajig Thursdays, where we build something each week!
Fridays are Sci (Science) Fridays
And Saturdays are Stupendous Summer Saturdays, with amazing crafts you'll want to keep!
Best for ages 4-10 years.
June 30-August 28, Monday-Saturday
Free!
Women’s Self-Defense
The goal of this class is to teach participants to be aware and assertive, to recognize and avoid dangerous situations, and how to use physical techniques to counter an assault when required. This class also aims to empower individuals to feel confident in their capacity to make choices and take actions regarding their well-being, self-development, personal fulfillment and safety.
In partnership Women’s Support Network of York Region.
Play Jackbox Party Games with us via Facebook Live every Tuesday. It’s easy to play from home, just watch our Live Stream via Facebook for all the game prompts and banter and enter your answers on a separate device.
To join the game go to Jackbox.tv on your device browser and enter the room code to play. Please note we recommend you have two devices for this, one to watch and one to play along.
Every Tuesday
An online gathering for people who want to explore the issue of feminism in relation to monthly book titles and as a broader subject.
This club will be offered through Zoom; meeting link will be sent 2 days before the event.
email info@aurorapl.ca to receive your copy of the book.
Join us weekly for six days of virtual summer fun!
Mondays are Read and Draw
Tuesdays are Tech Tuesdays
Wednesdays are Reading Wednesdays
Thursdays are Thingamajig Thursdays, where we build something each week!
Fridays are Sci (Science) Fridays
And Saturdays are Stupendous Summer Saturdays, with amazing crafts you'll want to keep!
Best for ages 4-10 years.
June 30-August 28, Monday-Saturday
Free!
Join us monthly to practice English in everyday conversation. Each meetup will feature a different theme. All levels of spoken English are welcome.
Gain experience and bragging rights as you master the skills to become the responsible adult of your parents' dreams.
An asynchronous, online course in life skills for ages 13 - 18.
To register, please email ya@aurorapl.ca
Let the Canada Revenue Agency teach you how to protect yourself against fraud and recognize a scame and avoid identity theft. Learn what to do if you have been targeted by a scam and how to report it.
Wednesday, August 11, 2021.
3 - 4:30 pm
Free! For ages 13 - 18.
Zoom (link will be shared prior to the event)
Join us on Facebook Live for Online Trivia on Wednesday nights!. Test your skills and maybe learn something new!
Playing is easy- simply tune in at 8 PM, go to our Facebook page and type your comment in the chat. If you think the answer is #2, just type "2" into the chat!
Join us weekly for six days of virtual summer fun!
Mondays are Read and Draw
Tuesdays are Tech Tuesdays
Wednesdays are Reading Wednesdays
Thursdays are Thingamajig Thursdays, where we build something each week!
Fridays are Sci (Science) Fridays
And Saturdays are Stupendous Summer Saturdays, with amazing crafts you'll want to keep!
Best for ages 4-10 years.
June 30-August 28, Monday-Saturday
Free!
STEM Explorers explore the amazing world around us, and learn about how it works through simple hands-on experiments!
Best for ages 2-5, as these are very simple explorations of common real-world things!
Join us starting each Thursday July 8-August 26 at 11:00 am (but available to view any time!) at https://my.nicheacademy.com/aplvirtualprograms
Please note, this is a virtual version of the summer Wonderworks program we have offered in the past.
Feel the benefits of gentle core body stretches, movements and postures that will engage both sides of the body. Led by Jackie Thornton. For Zoom details, email bpreyde@aurorapl.ca
If you enjoy reading and chatting about books, then this is the club for you. Join us for lively discussions of excellent titles.
Thursdays, July 8 - August 26; 5-6 pm (on Zoom)
Free. For students entering Grades 8-12.
To register, please email ya@aurorapl.ca
Join us every Thursday during the summer Minecraft Realms Plus server to play along, or watch us play on Facebook Live.
To play you will need to have your own copy of Minecraft on PC, Switch, PS4 to join.
Join us weekly for six days of virtual summer fun!
Mondays are Read and Draw
Tuesdays are Tech Tuesdays
Wednesdays are Reading Wednesdays
Thursdays are Thingamajig Thursdays, where we build something each week!
Fridays are Sci (Science) Fridays
And Saturdays are Stupendous Summer Saturdays, with amazing crafts you'll want to keep!
Best for ages 4-10 years.
June 30-August 28, Monday-Saturday
Free!
Friday Jul 2 or 9 (orientation) | Fridays, Jul 16 – Sept 17 l 10:00am – 12:00pm
Build your self-confidence, create an action plan, work one-on-one with a career coach and receive support for one year. Plus, access networking events with guest speakers. For women 18+ living in York Region.
In partnership with Women’s Centre of York Region.
Register at wcyr.ca/registration
Join Lolotea for a storytime spoken in Cantonese. Get ready for songs, books, and lots of fun!
There will be English subtitles for those who don’t understand Cantonese but want to join in on the fun.
Join us on our Facebook page, http://www.facebook.com/AuroraPublicLibrary
Friday August 13, 10:30 (instead of Friday Virtual Storytime)
Showcase your talents to the rest of the community by submitting your creative projects for inclusion in the Aurora Public Library’s online Zine!
There are two ways of participating: contribute content, or be part of the editing crew!
Contribute Content
Email your submissions to jcheung@aurorapl.ca
Submission ideas include:
A reading challenge for teens. Expand your reading, get book suggestions and work your way to reading 100 Books Before Graduation.
Recommended for ages 13+
Register here https://aurorapl.beanstack.org
Join us weekly for six days of virtual summer fun!
Mondays are Read and Draw
Tuesdays are Tech Tuesdays
Wednesdays are Reading Wednesdays
Thursdays are Thingamajig Thursdays, where we build something each week!
Fridays are Sci (Science) Fridays
And Saturdays are Stupendous Summer Saturdays, with amazing crafts you'll want to keep!
Best for ages 4-10 years.
June 30-August 28, Monday-Saturday
Free!
Yes! It's back! There will be beads! There will be reading! TD Summer Reading Club launches today, with all those good things! Sign up or login here: https://aurorapl.beanstack.com/reader365, and pick the TD Summer Reading Club 2021 to join,and then start reading, reviewing, and completing activities!
You can get a necklace and brag tag when you register, and beads for every badge completed! All of those can be picked up at Aurora Public Library, Monday-Saturday, 11-6, using our curbside pickup.
Don't let the kids have all the summer reading fun this summer! Join APL's Adult Summer Reading Challenge and track the books you read, write reviews and earn digital badges. Each badge gets you a raffle ticket you can apply to prizes from differant Aurora businesses. Register at https://aurorapl.beanstack.org/
Challenge runs July 1 - August 31
In these uncertain and stressful times, learn the benefits of meditation and basic meditation techniques that you will be able to practice on your own or with others. One hour virtual sessions once a month. New members welcome. Pre-register. Zoom details will be emailed.
Tap Into Your Imagination
Chasing Painted Horses by Drew Hayden Taylor has a magical, fable-like quality.
This year’s OBOA writing contest invites you to tap into your imagination and draw from elements of fantasy, fairy tale, science fiction or magic realism.
Submission Guidelines:
Art in Unexpected Places
Take our weekly Kahoot Challenge.
We bring the Creative Studio to you with a new project each week. Place a hold in the library catalogue, pick up your supplies and follow our tutorial to make something amazing. Limited kits are available each week. Place a hold on a kit today at https://bit.ly/30fMI8o
Bring home your own fantastic APL program and make something fun with your child. Simply place a hold in the library catalogue and pick up your supplies. Includes easy-to-follow instructions. Limited kits are available each week. Place a hold on a kit today at https://bit.ly/30fMI8o
Join us weekly for six days of virtual summer fun!
Mondays are Read and Draw
Tuesdays are Tech Tuesdays
Wednesdays are Reading Wednesdays
Thursdays are Thingamajig Thursdays, where we build something each week!
Fridays are Sci (Science) Fridays
And Saturdays are Stupendous Summer Saturdays, with amazing crafts you'll want to keep!
Best for ages 4-10 years.
June 30-August 28, Monday-Saturday
Free!
Get ready to read and draw! Join us every Monday all summer long to read part of a chapter book and then draw characters from the story. Great for ages 6-10.
Every Monday during the summer, on Zoom at 11AM.
Please register to receive the Zoom link.
Just gather your art supplies! We will read as a group together.
We will read and draw from books written by authors in the Superstar Storytellers Series, like Tracey West, Vicky Fang, and Jess Keating!
Learn programming in Python with live, guided lessons. No coding experience required.
Live lessons weekly, course material available on https://my.nicheacademy.com/aplvirtualprograms
You will learn:
Join us weekly for six days of virtual summer fun!
Mondays are Read and Draw
Tuesdays are Tech Tuesdays
Wednesdays are Reading Wednesdays
Thursdays are Thingamajig Thursdays, where we build something each week!
Fridays are Sci (Science) Fridays
And Saturdays are Stupendous Summer Saturdays, with amazing crafts you'll want to keep!
Best for ages 4-10 years.
June 30-August 28, Monday-Saturday
Free!
Join the APL Online Book Club for fun and entertaining conversations about books each month.
Did something in the book make you fall in a rabbit hole of information? Tell us!
This book club is meant for all readers, so we’ll aim for informal and fun conversations.
Play Jackbox Party Games with us via Facebook Live every Tuesday. It’s easy to play from home, just watch our Live Stream via Facebook for all the game prompts and banter and enter your answers on a separate device.
To join the game go to Jackbox.tv on your device browser and enter the room code to play. Please note we recommend you have two devices for this, one to watch and one to play along.
Every Tuesday
The Superstar Storytellers Summer Series! Presented by the public libraries of Durham and York Regions. Join us this summer for four spectacular virtual children’s author visits.
August 17, 7:00-8:00: Meet Jess Keating, Aron Nels Steinke and Katy Farina
Registration opens: August 3, 9:00 am.
Meet Jess Keating, Aron Nels Steinke and Katy Farina
Join us weekly for six days of virtual summer fun!
Mondays are Read and Draw
Tuesdays are Tech Tuesdays
Wednesdays are Reading Wednesdays
Thursdays are Thingamajig Thursdays, where we build something each week!
Fridays are Sci (Science) Fridays
And Saturdays are Stupendous Summer Saturdays, with amazing crafts you'll want to keep!
Best for ages 4-10 years.
June 30-August 28, Monday-Saturday
Free!
This webinar is ideal for anyone interested in learning more about parliament. Part of Lunchtime Tours @ Ontario Legislative Assembly. The webinar will provide participants with an overview of a typical day in Ontario's Parliament: Parliament vs Government, Question Period Explained, What are the Orders of the Day? Pre-register. Microsoft Teams link will be emailed.
Gain experience and bragging rights as you master the skills to become the responsible adult of your parents' dreams.
An asynchronous, online course in life skills for ages 13 - 18.
To register, please email ya@aurorapl.ca
Colouring isn’t just for kids – adults can enjoy the benefits of improved focus, reducing stress and relaxing. Together we’ll colour and chat.
This event will held held over Zoom - instructions will be emailed 2 days before the event.
Join us on Facebook Live for Online Trivia on Wednesday nights!. Test your skills and maybe learn something new!
Playing is easy- simply tune in at 8 PM, go to our Facebook page and type your comment in the chat. If you think the answer is #2, just type "2" into the chat!
Join us weekly for six days of virtual summer fun!
Mondays are Read and Draw
Tuesdays are Tech Tuesdays
Wednesdays are Reading Wednesdays
Thursdays are Thingamajig Thursdays, where we build something each week!
Fridays are Sci (Science) Fridays
And Saturdays are Stupendous Summer Saturdays, with amazing crafts you'll want to keep!
Best for ages 4-10 years.
June 30-August 28, Monday-Saturday
Free!
Expecting and new parents are invited to attend interactive expert-facilitated virtual workshops. Each month will feature a different guest speaker and topic. Participants will have the opportunity to learn, ask questions and connect with other families.
STEM Explorers explore the amazing world around us, and learn about how it works through simple hands-on experiments!
Best for ages 2-5, as these are very simple explorations of common real-world things!
Join us starting each Thursday July 8-August 26 at 11:00 am (but available to view any time!) at https://my.nicheacademy.com/aplvirtualprograms
Please note, this is a virtual version of the summer Wonderworks program we have offered in the past.
Join us for special outdoor Adventures at each location throughout the summer, where you can join us for fun outdoor and socially distanced activities!
Library staff will be visiting each location with fun activities and to celebrate summer reading as well! Activities are things like ball games and giant tic tac toe, so probably best for ages 3-10 (anyone can bring the family and come give it a try, however).
We'll be there for all but the most horrible weather, and will post on Facebook if we have to cancel or leave early due to weather!
Feel the benefits of gentle core body stretches, movements and postures that will engage both sides of the body. Led by Jackie Thornton. For Zoom details, email bpreyde@aurorapl.ca
If you enjoy reading and chatting about books, then this is the club for you. Join us for lively discussions of excellent titles.
Thursdays, July 8 - August 26; 5-6 pm (on Zoom)
Free. For students entering Grades 8-12.
To register, please email ya@aurorapl.ca
July 12th - Register (email: smarchello@aurorapl.ca) - 38 Kits Total (first come, first serve)
August 5th - Kits available for pick-up!
August 19th - 7pm, Zoom Chat
Join us every Thursday during the summer Minecraft Realms Plus server to play along, or watch us play on Facebook Live.
To play you will need to have your own copy of Minecraft on PC, Switch, PS4 to join.
Join us weekly for six days of virtual summer fun!
Mondays are Read and Draw
Tuesdays are Tech Tuesdays
Wednesdays are Reading Wednesdays
Thursdays are Thingamajig Thursdays, where we build something each week!
Fridays are Sci (Science) Fridays
And Saturdays are Stupendous Summer Saturdays, with amazing crafts you'll want to keep!
Best for ages 4-10 years.
June 30-August 28, Monday-Saturday
Free!
Friday Jul 2 or 9 (orientation) | Fridays, Jul 16 – Sept 17 l 10:00am – 12:00pm
Build your self-confidence, create an action plan, work one-on-one with a career coach and receive support for one year. Plus, access networking events with guest speakers. For women 18+ living in York Region.
In partnership with Women’s Centre of York Region.
Register at wcyr.ca/registration
Let's talk about books!
Ever wanted to learn how people get into unique professions? In this video series, Sam Marchello interviews a variety of amazing individuals working in industries such as gaming, technology, and many more! Visit our Aurora Public Library Facebook page or our YouTube Channel to view this program.
July 23, August 20, 7:00
A reading challenge for teens. Expand your reading, get book suggestions and work your way to reading 100 Books Before Graduation.
Recommended for ages 13+
Register here https://aurorapl.beanstack.org
Join us weekly for six days of virtual summer fun!
Mondays are Read and Draw
Tuesdays are Tech Tuesdays
Wednesdays are Reading Wednesdays
Thursdays are Thingamajig Thursdays, where we build something each week!
Fridays are Sci (Science) Fridays
And Saturdays are Stupendous Summer Saturdays, with amazing crafts you'll want to keep!
Best for ages 4-10 years.
June 30-August 28, Monday-Saturday
Free!
Yes! It's back! There will be beads! There will be reading! TD Summer Reading Club launches today, with all those good things! Sign up or login here: https://aurorapl.beanstack.com/reader365, and pick the TD Summer Reading Club 2021 to join,and then start reading, reviewing, and completing activities!
You can get a necklace and brag tag when you register, and beads for every badge completed! All of those can be picked up at Aurora Public Library, Monday-Saturday, 11-6, using our curbside pickup.
Don't let the kids have all the summer reading fun this summer! Join APL's Adult Summer Reading Challenge and track the books you read, write reviews and earn digital badges. Each badge gets you a raffle ticket you can apply to prizes from differant Aurora businesses. Register at https://aurorapl.beanstack.org/
Challenge runs July 1 - August 31
Join us each month for a simple DIY sewing project, perfect for beginners!
Tap Into Your Imagination
Chasing Painted Horses by Drew Hayden Taylor has a magical, fable-like quality.
This year’s OBOA writing contest invites you to tap into your imagination and draw from elements of fantasy, fairy tale, science fiction or magic realism.
Submission Guidelines:
Art in Unexpected Places
Street art enhances our experience of a place. Whether it’s urban graffiti, sculpture or yarn bombing, public art interrupts our daily routine, surprising and delighting passersby. This year’s OBOA photography contest invites your photos of art encountered in unexpected places.
Submission Guidelines:
Take our weekly Kahoot Challenge.
We bring the Creative Studio to you with a new project each week. Place a hold in the library catalogue, pick up your supplies and follow our tutorial to make something amazing. Limited kits are available each week. Place a hold on a kit today at https://bit.ly/30fMI8o
Bring home your own fantastic APL program and make something fun with your child. Simply place a hold in the library catalogue and pick up your supplies. Includes easy-to-follow instructions. Limited kits are available each week. Place a hold on a kit today at https://bit.ly/30fMI8o
Join us weekly for six days of virtual summer fun!
Mondays are Read and Draw
Tuesdays are Tech Tuesdays
Wednesdays are Reading Wednesdays
Thursdays are Thingamajig Thursdays, where we build something each week!
Fridays are Sci (Science) Fridays
And Saturdays are Stupendous Summer Saturdays, with amazing crafts you'll want to keep!
Best for ages 4-10 years.
June 30-August 28, Monday-Saturday
Free!
Get ready to read and draw! Join us every Monday all summer long to read part of a chapter book and then draw characters from the story. Great for ages 6-10.
Every Monday during the summer, on Zoom at 11AM.
Please register to receive the Zoom link.
Just gather your art supplies! We will read as a group together.
This week, we will draw: Fly Guy!
Learn programming in Python with live, guided lessons. No coding experience required.
Live lessons weekly, course material available on https://my.nicheacademy.com/aplvirtualprograms
You will learn:
Join us weekly for six days of virtual summer fun!
Mondays are Read and Draw
Tuesdays are Tech Tuesdays
Wednesdays are Reading Wednesdays
Thursdays are Thingamajig Thursdays, where we build something each week!
Fridays are Sci (Science) Fridays
And Saturdays are Stupendous Summer Saturdays, with amazing crafts you'll want to keep!
Best for ages 4-10 years.
June 30-August 28, Monday-Saturday
Free!
Play Jackbox Party Games with us via Facebook Live every Tuesday. It’s easy to play from home, just watch our Live Stream via Facebook for all the game prompts and banter and enter your answers on a separate device.
To join the game go to Jackbox.tv on your device browser and enter the room code to play. Please note we recommend you have two devices for this, one to watch and one to play along.
Every Tuesday
Join us weekly for six days of virtual summer fun!
Mondays are Read and Draw
Tuesdays are Tech Tuesdays
Wednesdays are Reading Wednesdays
Thursdays are Thingamajig Thursdays, where we build something each week!
Fridays are Sci (Science) Fridays
And Saturdays are Stupendous Summer Saturdays, with amazing crafts you'll want to keep!
Best for ages 4-10 years.
June 30-August 28, Monday-Saturday
Free!
Gain experience and bragging rights as you master the skills to become the responsible adult of your parents' dreams.
An asynchronous, online course in life skills for ages 13 - 18.
To register, please email ya@aurorapl.ca
If you enjoy discussing books, join us the last Wednesday of the month (excluding Dec.) from 7:00-8:30 p.m. for this Virtual Book Club. Wednesday August 25: Night Circus, by Erin Morgenstern Zoom details will be emailed. Email bpreyde@aurorapl.ca to reserve a copy
Join us on Facebook Live for Online Trivia on Wednesday nights!. Test your skills and maybe learn something new!
Playing is easy- simply tune in at 8 PM, go to our Facebook page and type your comment in the chat. If you think the answer is #2, just type "2" into the chat!
Join us weekly for six days of virtual summer fun!
Mondays are Read and Draw
Tuesdays are Tech Tuesdays
Wednesdays are Reading Wednesdays
Thursdays are Thingamajig Thursdays, where we build something each week!
Fridays are Sci (Science) Fridays
And Saturdays are Stupendous Summer Saturdays, with amazing crafts you'll want to keep!
Best for ages 4-10 years.
June 30-August 28, Monday-Saturday
Free!
STEM Explorers explore the amazing world around us, and learn about how it works through simple hands-on experiments!
Best for ages 2-5, as these are very simple explorations of common real-world things!
Join us starting each Thursday July 8-August 26 at 11:00 am (but available to view any time!) at https://my.nicheacademy.com/aplvirtualprograms
Please note, this is a virtual version of the summer Wonderworks program we have offered in the past.
Goal setting is a process which assists you to stay organized and motivated while working towards your ideal future.
In partnership with Canadian Mental Health Association York and South Simcoe.
For more information, contact Corey Harvey, Employment Specialist / Job Developer, at cHarvey-Jazbec@cmha-yr.on.ca.
If you enjoy reading and chatting about books, then this is the club for you. Join us for lively discussions of excellent titles.
Thursdays, July 8 - August 26; 5-6 pm (on Zoom)
Free. For students entering Grades 8-12.
To register, please email ya@aurorapl.ca
The APL Writers' Group is a small working collective that meets for the purpose of supporting and critiquing each other's work. This is not a writing workshop; rather an opportunity for writers to hone their work with feedback from other writers. There are currently two spots open.
For information on how to join, please contact Reccia at rmandelcorn@aurorapl.ca
Join us every Thursday during the summer Minecraft Realms Plus server to play along, or watch us play on Facebook Live.
To play you will need to have your own copy of Minecraft on PC, Switch, PS4 to join.
Join us weekly for six days of virtual summer fun!
Mondays are Read and Draw
Tuesdays are Tech Tuesdays
Wednesdays are Reading Wednesdays
Thursdays are Thingamajig Thursdays, where we build something each week!
Fridays are Sci (Science) Fridays
And Saturdays are Stupendous Summer Saturdays, with amazing crafts you'll want to keep!
Best for ages 4-10 years.
June 30-August 28, Monday-Saturday
Free!
Friday Jul 2 or 9 (orientation) | Fridays, Jul 16 – Sept 17 l 10:00am – 12:00pm
Build your self-confidence, create an action plan, work one-on-one with a career coach and receive support for one year. Plus, access networking events with guest speakers. For women 18+ living in York Region.
In partnership with Women’s Centre of York Region.
Register at wcyr.ca/registration
Let’s talk K-pop, K-dramas, anything K-culture!
A reading challenge for teens. Expand your reading, get book suggestions and work your way to reading 100 Books Before Graduation.
Recommended for ages 13+
Register here https://aurorapl.beanstack.org
Join us weekly for six days of virtual summer fun!
Mondays are Read and Draw
Tuesdays are Tech Tuesdays
Wednesdays are Reading Wednesdays
Thursdays are Thingamajig Thursdays, where we build something each week!
Fridays are Sci (Science) Fridays
And Saturdays are Stupendous Summer Saturdays, with amazing crafts you'll want to keep!
Best for ages 4-10 years.
June 30-August 28, Monday-Saturday
Free!
Yes! It's back! There will be beads! There will be reading! TD Summer Reading Club launches today, with all those good things! Sign up or login here: https://aurorapl.beanstack.com/reader365, and pick the TD Summer Reading Club 2021 to join,and then start reading, reviewing, and completing activities!
You can get a necklace and brag tag when you register, and beads for every badge completed! All of those can be picked up at Aurora Public Library, Monday-Saturday, 11-6, using our curbside pickup.
Don't let the kids have all the summer reading fun this summer! Join APL's Adult Summer Reading Challenge and track the books you read, write reviews and earn digital badges. Each badge gets you a raffle ticket you can apply to prizes from differant Aurora businesses. Register at https://aurorapl.beanstack.org/
Challenge runs July 1 - August 31
Join us for special outdoor Adventures at each location throughout the summer, where you can join us for fun outdoor and socially distanced activities!
Library staff will be visiting each location with fun activities and to celebrate summer reading as well! Activities are things like ball games and giant tic tac toe, so probably best for ages 3-10 (anyone can bring the family and come give it a try, however).
We'll be there for all but the most horrible weather, and will post on Facebook if we have to cancel or leave early due to weather!
Join Children's staff at our TD Summer Reading Club Outdoor Adventures at Aurora parks throughout the summer, where you can join us for fun outdoor and socially distanced activities to celebrate summer reading!
Adventures can be found on from 2-4pm as follows:
Thursday June 17 @Town Park (49 Wells St)
Thursday July 8 @ Ada Johnson Park (60 Hartwell Way)
Thursday July 22 @ Stewart Burnett Park (1344 Wellington St E.)
Thursday August 5 @ Aurora Community Arboretum (Industrial Parkway)
Tap Into Your Imagination
Chasing Painted Horses by Drew Hayden Taylor has a magical, fable-like quality.
This year’s OBOA writing contest invites you to tap into your imagination and draw from elements of fantasy, fairy tale, science fiction or magic realism.
Submission Guidelines:
Art in Unexpected Places
Street art enhances our experience of a place. Whether it’s urban graffiti, sculpture or yarn bombing, public art interrupts our daily routine, surprising and delighting passersby. This year’s OBOA photography contest invites your photos of art encountered in unexpected places.
Submission Guidelines:
Take our weekly Kahoot Challenge.
We bring the Creative Studio to you with a new project each week. Place a hold in the library catalogue, pick up your supplies and follow our tutorial to make something amazing. Limited kits are available each week. Place a hold on a kit today at https://bit.ly/30fMI8o
Bring home your own fantastic APL program and make something fun with your child. Simply place a hold in the library catalogue and pick up your supplies. Includes easy-to-follow instructions. Limited kits are available each week. Place a hold on a kit today at https://bit.ly/30fMI8o
Learn programming in Python with live, guided lessons. No coding experience required.
Live lessons weekly, course material available on https://my.nicheacademy.com/aplvirtualprograms
You will learn:
The transition to high school math can be challenging! Get a head start with teacher and mathematician Danielle Rasu-Park as you prepare for the high school experience.
Monday August 30 - Thursday September 2, 2021
5:00 - 6:15 pm
Free! For students entering Grade 9 only.
Google Classroom info will be shared prior to the start date.
Playing Animal Crossing: New Horizons? Need some new DIY recipes or custom items? Want to make some new friends and ditch old items you don’t need? Come to Aurora Island and participate in a virtual drop n’ swap! (Note: participants will need their own subscription to Nintendo Switch Online to participate.)
The transition to high school math can be challenging! Get a head start with teacher and mathematician Danielle Rasu-Park as you prepare for the high school experience.
Monday August 30 - Thursday September 2, 2021
5:00 - 6:15 pm
Free! For students entering Grade 9 only.
Google Classroom info will be shared prior to the start date.
Play Jackbox Party Games with us via Facebook Live every Tuesday. It’s easy to play from home, just watch our Live Stream via Facebook for all the game prompts and banter and enter your answers on a separate device.
To join the game go to Jackbox.tv on your device browser and enter the room code to play. Please note we recommend you have two devices for this, one to watch and one to play along.
Every Tuesday
Join us to solve a crossword puzzle as a group. Enjoy doing crosswords but get stumped by a few clues? Let's harness the power of community and solve one together! The host will share a puzzle to view on your screen, and then you can verbally suggest answers.
This program will be offered over Zoom - instructions will be email 2 days before the event.
Gain experience and bragging rights as you master the skills to become the responsible adult of your parents' dreams.
An asynchronous, online course in life skills for ages 13 - 18.
To register, please email ya@aurorapl.ca
The transition to high school math can be challenging! Get a head start with teacher and mathematician Danielle Rasu-Park as you prepare for the high school experience.
Monday August 30 - Thursday September 2, 2021
5:00 - 6:15 pm
Free! For students entering Grade 9 only.
Google Classroom info will be shared prior to the start date.
Join us on Facebook Live for Online Trivia on Wednesday nights!. Test your skills and maybe learn something new!
Playing is easy- simply tune in at 8 PM, go to our Facebook page and type your comment in the chat. If you think the answer is #2, just type "2" into the chat!
The transition to high school math can be challenging! Get a head start with teacher and mathematician Danielle Rasu-Park as you prepare for the high school experience.
Monday August 30 - Thursday September 2, 2021
5:00 - 6:15 pm
Free! For students entering Grade 9 only.
Google Classroom info will be shared prior to the start date.
Be inspired by the diversity of global cuisine at an online cook-along showcasing foods and recipes from around the world.
Some ingredients will be provided by York Region Food Network.
In partnership with York Region Food Network.
* Registration opens on Mon. Aug 23 at 10:00 am and closes on Mon. Aug 30 at 10:00 am.
Friday Jul 2 or 9 (orientation) | Fridays, Jul 16 – Sept 17 l 10:00am – 12:00pm
Build your self-confidence, create an action plan, work one-on-one with a career coach and receive support for one year. Plus, access networking events with guest speakers. For women 18+ living in York Region.
In partnership with Women’s Centre of York Region.
Register at wcyr.ca/registration
A reading challenge for teens. Expand your reading, get book suggestions and work your way to reading 100 Books Before Graduation.
Recommended for ages 13+
Register here https://aurorapl.beanstack.org
Yes! It's back! There will be beads! There will be reading! TD Summer Reading Club launches today, with all those good things! Sign up or login here: https://aurorapl.beanstack.com/reader365, and pick the TD Summer Reading Club 2021 to join,and then start reading, reviewing, and completing activities!
You can get a necklace and brag tag when you register, and beads for every badge completed! All of those can be picked up at Aurora Public Library, Monday-Saturday, 11-6, using our curbside pickup.
Tap Into Your Imagination
Chasing Painted Horses by Drew Hayden Taylor has a magical, fable-like quality.
This year’s OBOA writing contest invites you to tap into your imagination and draw from elements of fantasy, fairy tale, science fiction or magic realism.
Submission Guidelines:
Art in Unexpected Places
Street art enhances our experience of a place. Whether it’s urban graffiti, sculpture or yarn bombing, public art interrupts our daily routine, surprising and delighting passersby. This year’s OBOA photography contest invites your photos of art encountered in unexpected places.
Submission Guidelines:
Take our weekly Kahoot Challenge.
Bring home your own fantastic APL program and make something fun with your child. Simply place a hold in the library catalogue and pick up your supplies. Includes easy-to-follow instructions. Limited kits are available each week. Place a hold on a kit today at https://bit.ly/30fMI8o
We bring the Creative Studio to you with a new project each week. Place a hold in the library catalogue, pick up your supplies and follow our tutorial to make something amazing. Limited kits are available each week. Place a hold on a kit today at https://bit.ly/30fMI8o
Join David Duong for Estate Planning 301
Join us monthly to practice English in everyday conversation. Each meetup will feature a different theme. All levels of spoken English are welcome.
Join us on Facebook Live for Online Trivia on Wednesday nights!. Test your skills and maybe learn something new!
Playing is easy- simply tune in at 8 PM, go to our Facebook page and type your comment in the chat. If you think the answer is #2, just type "2" into the chat!
Feel the benefits of gentle core body stretches, movements and postures that will engage both sides of the body. Led by Jackie Thornton. For Zoom details, email bpreyde@aurorapl.ca
Join Aurora Public Library's Teen Advisory Group! We're looking for local teens to contribute fresh ideas and opinions for our YA programs and collections.
We will meet via Zoom on the following dates: 7-8 pm on Thursdays, September 16, 30; October 14, 28; November 11, 25; December 9.
To apply, please fill out this form.
Friday Jul 2 or 9 (orientation) | Fridays, Jul 16 – Sept 17 l 10:00am – 12:00pm
Build your self-confidence, create an action plan, work one-on-one with a career coach and receive support for one year. Plus, access networking events with guest speakers. For women 18+ living in York Region.
In partnership with Women’s Centre of York Region.
Register at wcyr.ca/registration
A reading challenge for teens. Expand your reading, get book suggestions and work your way to reading 100 Books Before Graduation.
Recommended for ages 13+
Register here https://aurorapl.beanstack.org
Yes! It's back! There will be beads! There will be reading! TD Summer Reading Club launches today, with all those good things! Sign up or login here: https://aurorapl.beanstack.com/reader365, and pick the TD Summer Reading Club 2021 to join,and then start reading, reviewing, and completing activities!
You can get a necklace and brag tag when you register, and beads for every badge completed! All of those can be picked up at Aurora Public Library, Monday-Saturday, 11-6, using our curbside pickup.
Art in Unexpected Places
Street art enhances our experience of a place. Whether it’s urban graffiti, sculpture or yarn bombing, public art interrupts our daily routine, surprising and delighting passersby. This year’s OBOA photography contest invites your photos of art encountered in unexpected places.
Submission Guidelines:
Tap Into Your Imagination
Chasing Painted Horses by Drew Hayden Taylor has a magical, fable-like quality.
This year’s OBOA writing contest invites you to tap into your imagination and draw from elements of fantasy, fairy tale, science fiction or magic realism.
Submission Guidelines:
Take our weekly Kahoot Challenge.
Bring home your own fantastic APL program and make something fun with your child. Simply place a hold in the library catalogue and pick up your supplies. Includes easy-to-follow instructions. Limited kits are available each week. Place a hold on a kit today at https://bit.ly/30fMI8o
We bring the Creative Studio to you with a new project each week. Place a hold in the library catalogue, pick up your supplies and follow our tutorial to make something amazing. Limited kits are available each week. Place a hold on a kit today at https://bit.ly/30fMI8o
Show and tell isn't just for kids anymore! Join the Aurora Public Library and the Aurora Museum & Archives for a virtual show and tell for adults. Share with us about an interesting item from your collection, a photograph, a family heirloom, or a piece of art you've created. Enjoy hearing an an item from the Aurora Museum's collection too.
Interested in attending but not looking to share about an item? Email kstark@aurorapl.ca for log in details.
We are taking our Coffee Nights online - so BYO coffee for now :)
Whether you are new to our community or are a long-time resident, Just 4 You is your space to build friendships, learn something new and have some fun. We are currently online, but we can still share a virtual coffee or tea when we get together over Zoom. Guest speakers and hands-on activities will be listed in advance.
Register at bit.ly/2QgcxTY or email Claudia at colguin@aurorapl.ca
The Scholars' Hub @ Home Speaker Series. Details coming soon.
Register through York U at bit.ly/3y6a9zT
Colouring isn’t just for kids – adults can enjoy the benefits of improved focus, reducing stress and relaxing. Together we’ll colour and chat.
This event will held held over Zoom - instructions will be emailed 2 days before the event.
Join us on Facebook Live for Online Trivia on Wednesday nights!. Test your skills and maybe learn something new!
Playing is easy- simply tune in at 8 PM, go to our Facebook page and type your comment in the chat. If you think the answer is #2, just type "2" into the chat!
Join us on Facebook Live for Online Trivia on Wednesday nights!. Test your skills and maybe learn something new!
Playing is easy- simply tune in at 8 PM, go to our Facebook page and type your comment in the chat. If you think the answer is #2, just type "2" into the chat!
Expecting and new parents are invited to attend interactive expert-facilitated virtual workshops. Each month will feature a different guest speaker and topic. Participants will have the opportunity to learn, ask questions and connect with other families.
Feel the benefits of gentle core body stretches, movements and postures that will engage both sides of the body. Led by Jackie Thornton. For Zoom details, email bpreyde@aurorapl.ca
New to York Region?
Learn about York Region Public Transit system, including YRT and VIVA, Fares & Payment Options, Transit Assistance Program, MyRide Program, Travel Training and more.
In partnership with Catholic Community Services of York Region (CCSYR) through Library Settlement Partnerships (LSP).
Todd Jamieson of the Oneida Nation of the Thames is an artist and educator. Join him for an evening of learning and creativity as he shares the richness, beauty and symbolism of his culture. Todd will lead participants in creating their own woodlands-style drawing based on their personal Birth Totem.
Presentation l Q&A l Drawing workshop
Supplies: Paper, coloured pencils (or preferred medium)
Friday Jul 2 or 9 (orientation) | Fridays, Jul 16 – Sept 17 l 10:00am – 12:00pm
Build your self-confidence, create an action plan, work one-on-one with a career coach and receive support for one year. Plus, access networking events with guest speakers. For women 18+ living in York Region.
In partnership with Women’s Centre of York Region.
Register at wcyr.ca/registration
A reading challenge for teens. Expand your reading, get book suggestions and work your way to reading 100 Books Before Graduation.
Recommended for ages 13+
Register here https://aurorapl.beanstack.org
Yes! It's back! There will be beads! There will be reading! TD Summer Reading Club launches today, with all those good things! Sign up or login here: https://aurorapl.beanstack.com/reader365, and pick the TD Summer Reading Club 2021 to join,and then start reading, reviewing, and completing activities!
You can get a necklace and brag tag when you register, and beads for every badge completed! All of those can be picked up at Aurora Public Library, Monday-Saturday, 11-6, using our curbside pickup.
In these uncertain and stressful times, learn the benefits of meditation and basic meditation techniques that you will be able to practice on your own or with others. One hour virtual sessions once a month. New members welcome. Pre-register. Zoom details will be emailed.
Join us each month for a simple DIY sewing project, perfect for beginners!
Art in Unexpected Places
Street art enhances our experience of a place. Whether it’s urban graffiti, sculpture or yarn bombing, public art interrupts our daily routine, surprising and delighting passersby. This year’s OBOA photography contest invites your photos of art encountered in unexpected places.
Submission Guidelines:
Tap Into Your Imagination
Chasing Painted Horses by Drew Hayden Taylor has a magical, fable-like quality.
This year’s OBOA writing contest invites you to tap into your imagination and draw from elements of fantasy, fairy tale, science fiction or magic realism.
Submission Guidelines:
Take our weekly Kahoot Challenge.
Bring home your own fantastic APL program and make something fun with your child. Simply place a hold in the library catalogue and pick up your supplies. Includes easy-to-follow instructions. Limited kits are available each week. Place a hold on a kit today at https://bit.ly/30fMI8o
We bring the Creative Studio to you with a new project each week. Place a hold in the library catalogue, pick up your supplies and follow our tutorial to make something amazing. Limited kits are available each week. Place a hold on a kit today at https://bit.ly/30fMI8o
Join the APL Online Book Club for fun and entertaining conversations about books each month.
Did something in the book make you fall in a rabbit hole of information? Tell us!
This book club is meant for all readers, so we’ll aim for informal and fun conversations.
Attend this virtual workshop to learn how you can establish a healthy work/life balance by learning about resources available to you and how to put them to use. The Roadmap to Employment workshop will show how the skills you have mastered and the skills you are learning relate to the job market, and how to use these attributes to source jobs and advance your career goals. In partnership with Job Skills. Pre-register. Zoom details will be emailed.
Join us monthly for a virtual Newcomer Book Discussion Group where you will have the opportunity to practice your English listening, reading and conversational skills. All levels welcome! *A limited number of books will be made available to participants.
In partnership with Catholic Community Services of York Region (CCSYR) through Library Settlement Partnerships (LSP).
Join us on Facebook Live for Online Trivia on Wednesday nights!. Test your skills and maybe learn something new!
Playing is easy- simply tune in at 8 PM, go to our Facebook page and type your comment in the chat. If you think the answer is #2, just type "2" into the chat!
Discover skills and resources to help you feel informed, engaged and empowered to manage your mental health at work.
In partnership with Canadian Mental Health Association York and South Simcoe.
For more information, contact Corey Harvey, Employment Specialist / Job Developer, at cHarvey-Jazbec@cmha-yr.on.ca.
Feel the benefits of gentle core body stretches, movements and postures that will engage both sides of the body. Led by Jackie Thornton. For Zoom details, email bpreyde@aurorapl.ca
Join Aurora Public Library's Teen Advisory Group! We're looking for local teens to contribute fresh ideas and opinions for our YA programs and collections.
We will meet via Zoom on the following dates: 7-8 pm on Thursdays, September 16, 30; October 14, 28; November 11, 25; December 9.
To apply, please fill out this form.
From the Speaker's chair to the Mace, learn about traditions observed in Ontario's Parliament. Part of Lunchtime Tours@ The Ontario Legislative Assembly. Pre-register. Microsoft Teams link will be emailed.
A reading challenge for teens. Expand your reading, get book suggestions and work your way to reading 100 Books Before Graduation.
Recommended for ages 13+
Register here https://aurorapl.beanstack.org
Break the rules of rational thinking. Create literary graffiti with child-like art, visualization and imagination games. Using the magic of metaphor, transform an animal as the most painful aspect of a character into a rescued beast - vibrant and alive.
Inspired by Drew Hayden Taylor’s Chasing Painted Horses, this workshop takes a deep dive into character development and loosely uses the mechanics of plot to propel the character forward in its own poem, story or memoir.
Facilitated by Marnie Maguire
Art in Unexpected Places
Street art enhances our experience of a place. Whether it’s urban graffiti, sculpture or yarn bombing, public art interrupts our daily routine, surprising and delighting passersby.
This year’s OBOA photography contest invites your photos of art encountered in unexpected places.
Submission Guidelines:
Joséphine Bacon is a writer, poet, storyteller, filmmaker and teacher of the Innu language. With charisma and sensitivity, she leads a fight against oblivion and the disappearance of a language, a culture and its traditions. Be transported into a universe of emotions at this all-day screening; then join us on Monday to broaden our knowledge and reflect on the themes of this powerful documentary at a post-screening discussion.
Tap Into Your Imagination
Chasing Painted Horses by Drew Hayden Taylor has a magical, fable-like quality.
This year’s OBOA writing contest invites you to tap into your imagination and draw from elements of fantasy, fairy tale, science fiction or magic realism.
Submission Guidelines:
Take our weekly Kahoot Challenge.
Bring home your own fantastic APL program and make something fun with your child. Simply place a hold in the library catalogue and pick up your supplies. Includes easy-to-follow instructions. Limited kits are available each week. Place a hold on a kit today at https://bit.ly/30fMI8o
We bring the Creative Studio to you with a new project each week. Place a hold in the library catalogue, pick up your supplies and follow our tutorial to make something amazing. Limited kits are available each week. Place a hold on a kit today at https://bit.ly/30fMI8o
We hope you enjoyed Sunday's all-day screening of Call Me Human and invite you to broaden our knowledge and reflect on the themes of this powerful documentary at a post-screening discussion.
Discover the hiring trends that are shaping the job market now and into the future. Learn how to target your job search and tailor your resume to showcase your skills and make the most of these new opportunities.
In partnership with ACCES Employment.
Register at sforce.co/3wD9cOg
York Region Environmental Alliance presents food for thought on the impact of pesticides and GMOs on human health and the environment. Learn what we all can do to minimize harm. Pre-register. Zoom details will be emailed.
Join this virtual meeting one Tuesday a month. In these presentations, expect a friendly and engaging atmosphere. No prior knowledge is required, only an active and open mind! Explore a new philosophy topic each month. In partnership with The Aurora Philosophy Institute (API). New members always welcome. Pre-register. Tuesday September 28: Women-Centred Ethics. Zoom details will be emailed to registrants
If you’re an over 40 job seeker join us for this informative, virtual workshop to learn some strategic job search techniques that will help you triumph over negative age-related stereotypes. This workshop is designed to assist mature individuals assess and pursue career options based on their many years of accumulated skills and experience. Pre-register. Zoom details will be emailed.
If you enjoy discussing books, join us the last Wednesday of the month (excluding Dec.) from 7:00-8:30 p.m. for this Virtual Book Club. Wednesday September 29: Chasing Painted Horses, by Drew Hayden Taylor. Email bpreyde@aurorapl.ca to reserve a copy. Pre-register. Zoom details will be emailed.
Join us on Facebook Live for Online Trivia on Wednesday nights!. Test your skills and maybe learn something new!
Playing is easy- simply tune in at 8 PM, go to our Facebook page and type your comment in the chat. If you think the answer is #2, just type "2" into the chat!
Feel the benefits of gentle core body stretches, movements and postures that will engage both sides of the body. Led by Jackie Thornton. For Zoom details, email bpreyde@aurorapl.ca
Conversation l Reading l Q&A
In English and Mandarin
Co-facilitated by journalist and poet, Yafang Shi
Award-winning poet, Anna Yin, was born in China and immigrated to Canada in 1999. She served as Mississauga’s Inaugural Poet Laureate and was Ontario’s representative to the League of Canadian Poets. Her poems/translations have appeared in the New York Times, China Daily and CBC Radio. Mirrors and Windows is her 6th book of poetry (her second book of poetry translations).
Boost your self-confidence as you identify your interests and skills. Discover employment options that fit your personality. Get motivated to follow your career path. Plus, access networking events with special guest speakers.
Orientation Session: Friday Oct 1 or 8
Program Dates: Fridays, Oct 15 – Dec 10 l 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
There is no cost to participants. Eligibility: Women 18 + | York Region Resident.
A reading challenge for teens. Expand your reading, get book suggestions and work your way to reading 100 Books Before Graduation.
Recommended for ages 13+
Register here https://aurorapl.beanstack.org
Take our weekly Kahoot Challenge.
Bring home your own fantastic APL program and make something fun with your child. Simply place a hold in the library catalogue and pick up your supplies. Includes easy-to-follow instructions. Limited kits are available each week. Place a hold on a kit today at https://bit.ly/30fMI8o
We bring the Creative Studio to you with a new project each week. Place a hold in the library catalogue, pick up your supplies and follow our tutorial to make something amazing. Limited kits are available each week. Place a hold on a kit today at https://bit.ly/30fMI8o
Stress Management Under COVID-19
From lawn care and leaf clean-up, to preparing for next year's garden beds – learn what to do this fall to give your lawn and garden a head start next spring. You will leave this workshop with a plan for a healthy, beautiful yard.
In partnership with Toronto and Region Conservation Authority.
Register at: bit.ly/3hGMsJ0
Join Aurora Public Library's Teen Advisory Group! We're looking for local teens to contribute fresh ideas and opinions for our YA programs and collections.
We will meet via Zoom on the following dates: 7-8 pm on Thursdays, September 16, 30; October 14, 28; November 11, 25; December 9.
To apply, please fill out this form.
Boost your self-confidence as you identify your interests and skills. Discover employment options that fit your personality. Get motivated to follow your career path. Plus, access networking events with special guest speakers.
Orientation Session: Friday Oct 1 or 8
Program Dates: Fridays, Oct 15 – Dec 10 l 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
There is no cost to participants. Eligibility: Women 18 + | York Region Resident.
A reading challenge for teens. Expand your reading, get book suggestions and work your way to reading 100 Books Before Graduation.
Recommended for ages 13+
Register here https://aurorapl.beanstack.org
Take our weekly Kahoot Challenge.
Bring home your own fantastic APL program and make something fun with your child. Simply place a hold in the library catalogue and pick up your supplies. Includes easy-to-follow instructions. Limited kits are available each week. Place a hold on a kit today at https://bit.ly/30fMI8o
We bring the Creative Studio to you with a new project each week. Place a hold in the library catalogue, pick up your supplies and follow our tutorial to make something amazing. Limited kits are available each week. Place a hold on a kit today at https://bit.ly/30fMI8o
We are taking our Coffee Nights online - so BYO coffee for now :)
Whether you are new to our community or are a long-time resident, Just 4 You is your space to build friendships, learn something new and have some fun. We are currently online, but we can still share a virtual coffee or tea when we get together over Zoom. Guest speakers and hands-on activities will be listed in advance.
Register at bit.ly/2QgcxTY or email Claudia at colguin@aurorapl.ca
Join us monthly to practice English in everyday conversation. Each meetup will feature a different theme. All levels of spoken English are welcome.
Boost your self-confidence as you identify your interests and skills. Discover employment options that fit your personality. Get motivated to follow your career path. Plus, access networking events with special guest speakers.
Orientation Session: Friday Oct 1 or 8
Program Dates: Fridays, Oct 15 – Dec 10 l 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
There is no cost to participants. Eligibility: Women 18 + | York Region Resident.
A reading challenge for teens. Expand your reading, get book suggestions and work your way to reading 100 Books Before Graduation.
Recommended for ages 13+
Register here https://aurorapl.beanstack.org
In these uncertain and stressful times, learn the benefits of meditation and basic meditation techniques that you will be able to practice on your own or with others. One hour virtual sessions once a month. New members welcome. Pre-register. Zoom details will be emailed.
Join us each month for a simple DIY sewing project, perfect for beginners!
Take our weekly Kahoot Challenge.
We bring the Creative Studio to you with a new project each week. Place a hold in the library catalogue, pick up your supplies and follow our tutorial to make something amazing. Limited kits are available each week. Place a hold on a kit today at https://bit.ly/30fMI8o
Bring home your own fantastic APL program and make something fun with your child. Simply place a hold in the library catalogue and pick up your supplies. Includes easy-to-follow instructions. Limited kits are available each week. Place a hold on a kit today at https://bit.ly/30fMI8o
Join the APL Online Book Club for fun and entertaining conversations about books each month.
Did something in the book make you fall in a rabbit hole of information? Tell us!
This book club is meant for all readers, so we’ll aim for informal and fun conversations.
Sleep Hygiene l Wed Apr 21 l 1:30 – 3:00pm
Expecting and new parents are invited to attend interactive expert-facilitated virtual workshops. Each month will feature a different guest speaker and topic. Participants will have the opportunity to learn, ask questions and connect with other families.
Join Aurora Public Library's Teen Advisory Group! We're looking for local teens to contribute fresh ideas and opinions for our YA programs and collections.
We will meet via Zoom on the following dates: 7-8 pm on Thursdays, September 16, 30; October 14, 28; November 11, 25; December 9.
To apply, please fill out this form.
Boost your self-confidence as you identify your interests and skills. Discover employment options that fit your personality. Get motivated to follow your career path. Plus, access networking events with special guest speakers.
Orientation Session: Friday Oct 1 or 8
Program Dates: Fridays, Oct 15 – Dec 10 l 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
There is no cost to participants. Eligibility: Women 18 + | York Region Resident.
A reading challenge for teens. Expand your reading, get book suggestions and work your way to reading 100 Books Before Graduation.
Recommended for ages 13+
Register here https://aurorapl.beanstack.org
Drew Hayden Taylor is an Ojibway from the Curve Lake First Nations in Ontario. Self-described as a contemporary story teller, his exploration of the storytelling tradition has explored many boundaries. Drew has worn many hats in his literary career, from performing stand-up comedy at the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C., to Artistic Director of Canada’s premiere Native theatre company, Native Earth Performing Arts.
Take our weekly Kahoot Challenge.
We bring the Creative Studio to you with a new project each week. Place a hold in the library catalogue, pick up your supplies and follow our tutorial to make something amazing. Limited kits are available each week. Place a hold on a kit today at https://bit.ly/30fMI8o
Bring home your own fantastic APL program and make something fun with your child. Simply place a hold in the library catalogue and pick up your supplies. Includes easy-to-follow instructions. Limited kits are available each week. Place a hold on a kit today at https://bit.ly/30fMI8o
In Canada, it’s not always what you know, but who you know that helps you move forward in your job search. In this interactive workshop, discover how to build your online and offline local professional network, effectively leverage your contacts, and boost your networking confidence.
In partnership with ACCES Employment.
Register at sforce.co/3hF0nz7
Playing Animal Crossing: New Horizons? Need some new DIY recipes or custom items? Want to make some new friends and ditch old items you don’t need?
Come to APL’s Island and participate in a virtual drop n’ swap and island tour!
Last Tuesdays of each month, September 29, October 27, November 24, December 22 (special date), 7:00-8:00 pm
All ages!
Join this virtual meeting one Tuesday a month. In these presentations, expect a friendly and engaging atmosphere. No prior knowledge is required, only an active and open mind! Explore a new philosophy topic each month. In partnership with The Aurora Philosophy Institute (API). New members always welcome. Pre-register. Tuesday October 26: The New Thought Movement. Zoom details will be emailed to registrants
Join us monthly for a virtual Newcomer Book Discussion Group where you will have the opportunity to practice your English listening, reading and conversational skills. All levels welcome! *A limited number of books will be made available to participants.
In partnership with Catholic Community Services of York Region (CCSYR) through Library Settlement Partnerships (LSP).
If you enjoy discussing books, join us the last Wednesday of the month (excluding Dec.) from 7:00-8:30 p.m. for this Virtual Book Club. Wednesday October 27: In Five Years, by Rebecca Serle Pre-register. Zoom details will be emailed.
Looking for work can be difficult. Add in a global pandemic, and as that challenge increases, so can your stress.
In partnership with Canadian Mental Health Association York and South Simcoe.
The APL Writers' Group is a small working collective that meets for the purpose of supporting and critiquing each other's work. This is not a writing workshop; rather an opportunity for writers to hone their work with feedback from other writers. There are currently two spots open.
Fake news is a real problem, especially if you don’t know how to tell good information from bad. This online workshop will teach you how to spot misinformation and find out if something online is true or not.
Free. For ages 13+
Please register in advance
Boost your self-confidence as you identify your interests and skills. Discover employment options that fit your personality. Get motivated to follow your career path. Plus, access networking events with special guest speakers.
Orientation Session: Friday Oct 1 or 8
Program Dates: Fridays, Oct 15 – Dec 10 l 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
There is no cost to participants. Eligibility: Women 18 + | York Region Resident.
Join us for a ghoulishly good time to hear the urban legends of Ghosts of Queen's Park. Part of the Lunchtime Tours @ The Ontario Legislative Assembly. Pre-register. Microsoft Teams link will be emailed.
A reading challenge for teens. Expand your reading, get book suggestions and work your way to reading 100 Books Before Graduation.
Recommended for ages 13+
Register here https://aurorapl.beanstack.org
Take our weekly Kahoot Challenge.
We bring the Creative Studio to you with a new project each week. Place a hold in the library catalogue, pick up your supplies and follow our tutorial to make something amazing. Limited kits are available each week. Place a hold on a kit today at https://bit.ly/30fMI8o
Bring home your own fantastic APL program and make something fun with your child. Simply place a hold in the library catalogue and pick up your supplies. Includes easy-to-follow instructions. Limited kits are available each week. Place a hold on a kit today at https://bit.ly/30fMI8o
Join Aurora Public Library's Teen Advisory Group! We're looking for local teens to contribute fresh ideas and opinions for our YA programs and collections.
We will meet via Zoom on the following dates: 7-8 pm on Thursdays, September 16, 30; October 14, 28; November 11, 25; December 9.
To apply, please fill out this form.
Boost your self-confidence as you identify your interests and skills. Discover employment options that fit your personality. Get motivated to follow your career path. Plus, access networking events with special guest speakers.
Orientation Session: Friday Oct 1 or 8
Program Dates: Fridays, Oct 15 – Dec 10 l 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
There is no cost to participants. Eligibility: Women 18 + | York Region Resident.
A reading challenge for teens. Expand your reading, get book suggestions and work your way to reading 100 Books Before Graduation.
Recommended for ages 13+
Register here https://aurorapl.beanstack.org
Take our weekly Kahoot Challenge.
We bring the Creative Studio to you with a new project each week. Place a hold in the library catalogue, pick up your supplies and follow our tutorial to make something amazing. Limited kits are available each week. Place a hold on a kit today at https://bit.ly/30fMI8o
Bring home your own fantastic APL program and make something fun with your child. Simply place a hold in the library catalogue and pick up your supplies. Includes easy-to-follow instructions. Limited kits are available each week. Place a hold on a kit today at https://bit.ly/30fMI8o
We are taking our Coffee Nights online - so BYO coffee for now :)
Whether you are new to our community or are a long-time resident, Just 4 You is your space to build friendships, learn something new and have some fun. We are currently online, but we can still share a virtual coffee or tea when we get together over Zoom. Guest speakers and hands-on activities will be listed in advance.
Register at bit.ly/2QgcxTY or email Claudia at colguin@aurorapl.ca
Healthy Nutrition in Canada
Learn about nutrition (food) labels, tips on healthy eating while on a budget, how to increase healthy eating for shift work and manage stress through diet and nutrition.
Register at: bit.ly/3kdTaYs
Newcomers' Health and Well-Being Workshop Series
Join us monthly to practice English in everyday conversation. Each meetup will feature a different theme. All levels of spoken English are welcome.
Boost your self-confidence as you identify your interests and skills. Discover employment options that fit your personality. Get motivated to follow your career path. Plus, access networking events with special guest speakers.
Orientation Session: Friday Oct 1 or 8
Program Dates: Fridays, Oct 15 – Dec 10 l 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
There is no cost to participants. Eligibility: Women 18 + | York Region Resident.
A reading challenge for teens. Expand your reading, get book suggestions and work your way to reading 100 Books Before Graduation.
Recommended for ages 13+
Register here https://aurorapl.beanstack.org
Join us each month for a simple DIY sewing project, perfect for beginners!
Take our weekly Kahoot Challenge.
We bring the Creative Studio to you with a new project each week. Place a hold in the library catalogue, pick up your supplies and follow our tutorial to make something amazing. Limited kits are available each week. Place a hold on a kit today at https://bit.ly/30fMI8o
Bring home your own fantastic APL program and make something fun with your child. Simply place a hold in the library catalogue and pick up your supplies. Includes easy-to-follow instructions. Limited kits are available each week. Place a hold on a kit today at https://bit.ly/30fMI8o
Join the APL Online Book Club for fun and entertaining conversations about books each month.
Did something in the book make you fall in a rabbit hole of information? Tell us!
This book club is meant for all readers, so we’ll aim for informal and fun conversations.
Expecting and new parents are invited to attend interactive expert-facilitated virtual workshops. Each month will feature a different guest speaker and topic. Participants will have the opportunity to learn, ask questions and connect with other families.
Join us virtually for a fast-paced evening featuring four entrepreneurs who tell their stories in short TED X-style talks.
Mingle, ask questions and meet visionaries who share your drive to succeed.
Featuring:
Phiona Durrent | CEO & Founder Coconut Village Nails & Spa
Elvira Caria | Award-Winning Multi-Platform Broadcaster l Media Comm
Greg Smith | Director, Promotional Marketing
Sarah Cheng | Founder, Bluish
Join Aurora Public Library's Teen Advisory Group! We're looking for local teens to contribute fresh ideas and opinions for our YA programs and collections.
We will meet via Zoom on the following dates: 7-8 pm on Thursdays, September 16, 30; October 14, 28; November 11, 25; December 9.
To apply, please fill out this form.
Boost your self-confidence as you identify your interests and skills. Discover employment options that fit your personality. Get motivated to follow your career path. Plus, access networking events with special guest speakers.
Orientation Session: Friday Oct 1 or 8
Program Dates: Fridays, Oct 15 – Dec 10 l 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
There is no cost to participants. Eligibility: Women 18 + | York Region Resident.
A reading challenge for teens. Expand your reading, get book suggestions and work your way to reading 100 Books Before Graduation.
Recommended for ages 13+
Register here https://aurorapl.beanstack.org
In these uncertain and stressful times, learn the benefits of meditation and basic meditation techniques that you will be able to practice on your own or with others. One hour virtual sessions once a month. New members welcome. Pre-register. Zoom details will be emailed.
Take our weekly Kahoot Challenge.
We bring the Creative Studio to you with a new project each week. Place a hold in the library catalogue, pick up your supplies and follow our tutorial to make something amazing. Limited kits are available each week. Place a hold on a kit today at https://bit.ly/30fMI8o
Bring home your own fantastic APL program and make something fun with your child. Simply place a hold in the library catalogue and pick up your supplies. Includes easy-to-follow instructions. Limited kits are available each week. Place a hold on a kit today at https://bit.ly/30fMI8o
Join this virtual meeting one Tuesday a month. In these presentations, expect a friendly and engaging atmosphere. No prior knowledge is required, only an active and open mind! Explore a new philosophy topic each month. In partnership with The Aurora Philosophy Institute (API). New members always welcome. Pre-register. Tuesday November 23: The Epicurian Concept of Pleasure. Zoom details will be emailed to registrants
Mindfulness Practice and Mental Health
Participants will be introduced to the basics of mindfulness and will learn how to use their breath, mind and body as tools to help them be more present and relaxed, even during times of stress.
Register at: bit.ly/3sYMRIT
Newcomers' Health and Well-Being Workshop Series
Join us monthly for a virtual Newcomer Book Discussion Group where you will have the opportunity to practice your English listening, reading and conversational skills. All levels welcome! *A limited number of books will be made available to participants.
In partnership with Catholic Community Services of York Region (CCSYR) through Library Settlement Partnerships (LSP).
If you enjoy discussing books, join us the last Wednesday of the month (excluding Dec.) from 7:00-8:30 p.m. for this Virtual Book Club. Wednesday November 24: Title, TBA. Pre-register. Zoom details will be emailed.
Goal setting is a process which assists you to stay organized and motivated while working towards your ideal future.
In partnership with Canadian Mental Health Association York and South Simcoe.
For more information, contact Corey Harvey, Employment Specialist / Job Developer, at cHarvey-Jazbec@cmha-yr.on.ca.
The APL Writers' Group is a small working collective that meets for the purpose of supporting and critiquing each other's work. This is not a writing workshop; rather an opportunity for writers to hone their work with feedback from other writers. There are currently two spots open.
Boost your self-confidence as you identify your interests and skills. Discover employment options that fit your personality. Get motivated to follow your career path. Plus, access networking events with special guest speakers.
Orientation Session: Friday Oct 1 or 8
Program Dates: Fridays, Oct 15 – Dec 10 l 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
There is no cost to participants. Eligibility: Women 18 + | York Region Resident.
A reading challenge for teens. Expand your reading, get book suggestions and work your way to reading 100 Books Before Graduation.
Recommended for ages 13+
Register here https://aurorapl.beanstack.org
Take our weekly Kahoot Challenge.
We bring the Creative Studio to you with a new project each week. Place a hold in the library catalogue, pick up your supplies and follow our tutorial to make something amazing. Limited kits are available each week. Place a hold on a kit today at https://bit.ly/30fMI8o
Bring home your own fantastic APL program and make something fun with your child. Simply place a hold in the library catalogue and pick up your supplies. Includes easy-to-follow instructions. Limited kits are available each week. Place a hold on a kit today at https://bit.ly/30fMI8o
Join Aurora Public Library's Teen Advisory Group! We're looking for local teens to contribute fresh ideas and opinions for our YA programs and collections.
We will meet via Zoom on the following dates: 7-8 pm on Thursdays, September 16, 30; October 14, 28; November 11, 25; December 9.
To apply, please fill out this form.
Boost your self-confidence as you identify your interests and skills. Discover employment options that fit your personality. Get motivated to follow your career path. Plus, access networking events with special guest speakers.
Orientation Session: Friday Oct 1 or 8
Program Dates: Fridays, Oct 15 – Dec 10 l 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
There is no cost to participants. Eligibility: Women 18 + | York Region Resident.
A reading challenge for teens. Expand your reading, get book suggestions and work your way to reading 100 Books Before Graduation.
Recommended for ages 13+
Register here https://aurorapl.beanstack.org
Take our weekly Kahoot Challenge.
We bring the Creative Studio to you with a new project each week. Place a hold in the library catalogue, pick up your supplies and follow our tutorial to make something amazing. Limited kits are available each week. Place a hold on a kit today at https://bit.ly/30fMI8o
Bring home your own fantastic APL program and make something fun with your child. Simply place a hold in the library catalogue and pick up your supplies. Includes easy-to-follow instructions. Limited kits are available each week. Place a hold on a kit today at https://bit.ly/30fMI8o
Whether you are new to our community or are a long-time resident, Just 4 You is your space to build friendships, learn something new and have some fun. We are currently online, but we can still share a virtual coffee or tea when we get together over Zoom. Guest speakers and hands-on activities will be listed in advance.
Register at bit.ly/2QgcxTY or email Claudia at colguin@aurorapl.ca
Join us monthly to practice English in everyday conversation. Each meetup will feature a different theme. All levels of spoken English are welcome.
This talk considers the role that video games play in our lives, focusing on the benefits and opportunities presented by gaming during the pandemic. Research has found that games present a myriad of positive experiences and impacts. Alison Harvey, Assistant Professor, Communications, discusses the social, creative, and intellectual possibilities as well as positive outcomes in terms of health and wellbeing. In partnership with York University. All welcome.
Register at bit.ly/2Siuu4Y
Boost your self-confidence as you identify your interests and skills. Discover employment options that fit your personality. Get motivated to follow your career path. Plus, access networking events with special guest speakers.
Orientation Session: Friday Oct 1 or 8
Program Dates: Fridays, Oct 15 – Dec 10 l 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
There is no cost to participants. Eligibility: Women 18 + | York Region Resident.
A reading challenge for teens. Expand your reading, get book suggestions and work your way to reading 100 Books Before Graduation.
Recommended for ages 13+
Register here https://aurorapl.beanstack.org
In these uncertain and stressful times, learn the benefits of meditation and basic meditation techniques that you will be able to practice on your own or with others. One hour virtual sessions once a month. New members welcome. Pre-register. Zoom details will be emailed.
Join us each month for a simple DIY sewing project, perfect for beginners!
Take our weekly Kahoot Challenge.
We bring the Creative Studio to you with a new project each week. Place a hold in the library catalogue, pick up your supplies and follow our tutorial to make something amazing. Limited kits are available each week. Place a hold on a kit today at https://bit.ly/30fMI8o
Bring home your own fantastic APL program and make something fun with your child. Simply place a hold in the library catalogue and pick up your supplies. Includes easy-to-follow instructions. Limited kits are available each week. Place a hold on a kit today at https://bit.ly/30fMI8o
We are taking our Coffee Nights online - so BYO coffee for now :)
Join this virtual meeting one Tuesday a month. In these presentations, expect a friendly and engaging atmosphere. No prior knowledge is required, only an active and open mind! Explore a new philosophy topic each month. In partnership with The Aurora Philosophy Institute (API). New members always welcome. Pre-register. Tuesday December 14: Debate: Idealism versus Realism. Zoom details will be emailed to registrants
Expecting and new parents are invited to attend interactive expert-facilitated virtual workshops. Each month will feature a different guest speaker and topic. Participants will have the opportunity to learn, ask questions and connect with other families.
The APL Writers' Group is a small working collective that meets for the purpose of supporting and critiquing each other's work. This is not a writing workshop; rather an opportunity for writers to hone their work with feedback from other writers. There are currently two spots open.
A reading challenge for teens. Expand your reading, get book suggestions and work your way to reading 100 Books Before Graduation.
Recommended for ages 13+
Register here https://aurorapl.beanstack.org
Take our weekly Kahoot Challenge.
We bring the Creative Studio to you with a new project each week. Place a hold in the library catalogue, pick up your supplies and follow our tutorial to make something amazing. Limited kits are available each week. Place a hold on a kit today at https://bit.ly/30fMI8o
Bring home your own fantastic APL program and make something fun with your child. Simply place a hold in the library catalogue and pick up your supplies. Includes easy-to-follow instructions. Limited kits are available each week. Place a hold on a kit today at https://bit.ly/30fMI8o
Join the APL Online Book Club for fun and entertaining conversations about books each month.
Did something in the book make you fall in a rabbit hole of information? Tell us!
This book club is meant for all readers, so we’ll aim for informal and fun conversations.
Join us monthly for a virtual Newcomer Book Discussion Group where you will have the opportunity to practice your English listening, reading and conversational skills. All levels welcome! *A limited number of books will be made available to participants.
In partnership with Catholic Community Services of York Region (CCSYR) through Library Settlement Partnerships (LSP).
A reading challenge for teens. Expand your reading, get book suggestions and work your way to reading 100 Books Before Graduation.
Recommended for ages 13+
Register here https://aurorapl.beanstack.org
Take our weekly Kahoot Challenge.
Bring home your own fantastic APL program and make something fun with your child. Simply place a hold in the library catalogue and pick up your supplies. Includes easy-to-follow instructions. Limited kits are available each week. Place a hold on a kit today at https://bit.ly/30fMI8o
We bring the Creative Studio to you with a new project each week. Place a hold in the library catalogue, pick up your supplies and follow our tutorial to make something amazing. Limited kits are available each week. Place a hold on a kit today at https://bit.ly/30fMI8o
A reading challenge for teens. Expand your reading, get book suggestions and work your way to reading 100 Books Before Graduation.
Recommended for ages 13+
Register here https://aurorapl.beanstack.org
