Monthly Newsletter
 
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 Programs & Events
 


Perth County Reads is back!
Help us decide which book title should be chosen for
Perth County to read as a community!
                                                
                                                ⚓One Golden Summer by Carley Fortune
                                                🌸The River Has Roots by Amal El-Mohtar
                                                🐻How to Survive a Bear Attack by Claire Cameron
                                                🗝Liberty Street by Heather Marshall
                                                👑The Queen's Spade by Sarah Raughley
 
Vote here!
 
Voting is open until March 23rd. Paper & electronic voting available.
Visit any North Perth, Stratford, St. Marys, Perth East or West Perth Public Libraries to vote by ballot.

Edith's Storytime Adventures
Saturday, March 21st | 10:00am
 
Drop in to the Library and join Edith the Puppet on her exciting travels to places new and old through songs and stories.
 
This month's theme is
"Edith Goes to the Museum"
Free | No Registration Required

Launch of the Community Commons Capital Campaign
Saturday, March 21st | 11:00am-12:00pm
 
Join us as we celebrate the launch of the Community Commons Capital Campaign for 14 Church St. N.
  • Tours of 14 Church Street
  • Learn about the vision for the new Community Commons
  • Meet campaign leaders and supporters
  • Refreshments served at the Library
For more information please email Library CEO, Sarah Andrews at sandrews@stmaryspubliclibrary.ca

Learning for Life: Life Planning
Wills & Estate Planning
with Mark Poulton
Monday, March 23rd | 6:00-8:00pm
 
Join us for a free presentation by Mark Poulton, practicing lawyer at Waghorn, Stephens, Sipos & Poulton in St. Marys. Mark will address important things with respect to wills, estate planning, and power of attorney.
Bring your questions as a Q&A session will follow.
Free | Register here! | 18+


Book Clubs
Books & Brews
Wednesday, March 18th | 8:00pm
 
Join the Books & Brews crew on the third Wednesday of the month for a thoughtful discussion on a pre-selected book while you enjoy a pint of your favourite brew!
 
This month's book:
Trust by Hernan Diaz
 
Broken Rail Brewery is located at 480 Glass Street, St. Marys. 

Tuesday Book Club
Tuesday, March 31st | 11:00am
 
Patrons can come into the library to pick up a copy of the book chosen for that month at the front desk. You have one month to read it before we meet up in person at the Library on the last Tuesday of each month to discuss.
 
This month's book:
True History of the Kelly Gang by Peter Carey

All programs are FREE unless otherwise noted. Donations to your Library or Library Pantry are gratefully accepted. Responsibility for the welfare and behaviour of children using the library ultimately rests with the parent/guardian or an assigned caregiver. Thank you for understanding.


KIDS
Programs for your little ones.

EarlyON Play & Read
Wednesdays from 9:30-10:30am
Join Jess and Rebecca from the Town of St. Marys EarlyON Centre Wednesday Mornings at 9:30am for Play & Read! You will explore the world of books and use different materials to expand upon some of our favourite stories!
 
Edith's Storytime Adventures!
Saturday, March 21st at 10:00am
Drop in to the Library and join Edith the Puppet on her exciting travels to places new and old through songs and stories.

TEENS
Come hang out! Just for ages 12-17.

Dungeons & Dragons
Saturday, March 7th & 21st at 10:30am
Want to learn how to play Dungeons & Dragons? Every other Saturday, drop in anytime after 10:00am to play this awesome game. This program is ages 12+. 

ADULTS
Looking for something to do?

Learn to Play Bridge
Mondays from 1:30-3:00pm
Learn the basics of this trick-taking game with our experienced volunteer instructors.
This program is free to attend, and no registration is required. Ages 16+.
 
Mahjong!
Wednesdays from 1:00-4:00pm 
Come and enjoy this strategy and matching tile game with good company! Free and no registration required.
 
Dungeons & Dragons
Saturday, March 7th & 21st at 10:30am
Want to learn how to play Dungeons & Dragons? Every other Saturday, drop in anytime after 10:00am to play this awesome game. This program is ages 12+. 
 
Books & Brews at Broken Rail
Wednesday, March 18th at 8:00pm at Broken Rail Brewery
Join the Books & Brews crew on the third Wednesday of the month for a thoughtful discussion on a pre-selected book while you enjoy a pint of your favourite brew! Broken Rail Brewery is located at 480 Glass Street, St. Marys. 
 
Tuesday Book Club
Tuesday, March 31st at 11:00am
Patrons can come into the library to pick up a copy of the book chosen for that month at the front desk. You have one month to read it before we meet up in person at the Library on the last Tuesday of each month to discuss.

Adult Learning Programs of Perth

St Marys Public Library
15 Church St. N., PO Box 700
St. Marys, Ontario N4X 1B4
519-284-3346

www.stmaryspubliclibrary.ca