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"A library is not a luxury but one of the necessities of life." — Henry Ward Beecher | | Introducing: Adult Bird Watching Kits! 🕊️ |
Available at all branches this February - Adult Bird Watching Kits! Borrow a backpack with binoculars, a bird identification book and a bookmark, and head outdoors to discover a new hobby. These backpacks were made possible thanks to those who supported the $5 Kids Meal Cards at Cobourg Boston Pizza. |
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 | Events & Partnerships | Tech Buddies📲 |
Tuesdays from January 13th to February 24th - Cobourg Public Library4:15 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. |  |
Need a hand with your phone or laptop? Join Trinity College students for friendly, one-on-one tech support! Whether you're struggling with email, social media, or just navigating your device, we’re here to help. This is a drop-in program, so no registration is required, just first-come, first-served. What to bring: Your device (phone, tablet, or laptop) and its charger. A notepad and pen to jot down tips. |
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| Patron Appreciation Day💙 |
February 14th - Cobourg: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
February 14th - Bewdley: 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
February 14th - Gores Landing: 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.February 11th - Cold Springs: 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. |  |
A Sweet Treat for Our Neighbours! We love our patrons! To show our appreciation for your support all year long, please join us for Patron Appreciation Day. Stop by the library to pick up a Lindor chocolate as a small thank-you for being part of our Library family. Available while supplies last, come say hello! |
| Register for a Free Tree! 🌳 |
Starting February 14th at 10:00 a.m. share your love of nature with your children by registering them for a free tree! |  |
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| Register your child online before March 15th to receive a free tree to plant the week of Earth Day, April 22nd. We will contact you when your child's tree is ready for pick-up at the Cobourg Public Library. | Take & Make Kits |
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3D Cactus🌵 | Township Branches Only Each kit contains the materials to create one 3D Cactus. While supplies last at Bewdley, Gores Landing and Cold Springs Branches only. |
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Child & Family Programming |
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Library Olympics🏅 | Monday, February 2nd to Sunday, February 8th
During Library Hours at All Locations |
Get ready to push your limits and embrace the competitive spirit at the Library Olympics! Test your skills and abilities in a series of unique intellectual and physical challenges. This program is the perfect way to transition into the excitement of the 2026 Winter Olympic Games. |
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Cobourg Family StorytimeThursdays | 10:30 a.m. |
Join us this month for stories, songs and rhymes. A great program for school readiness and meeting other families in our community. Drop-in program. Ages 0 to 6 years with Parent/Guardian. | Chess ClubCobourg Library | Reading Room Tuesdays | 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. |
Drop-in for this fun event!
Meet other local chess players. Pieces & boards available. A basic understanding of chess is required. All Ages Welcome. |
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Bewdley Family StorytimeFridays | 10:00 a.m. | Join Library staff for storytime at our Bewdley Branch. Each week we will explore a different theme through stories, songs, and a craft.
Drop-in program. Ages 0 to 6 years with Parent/Guardian. | Bewdley Storytime with Northumberland EarlyONFriday, February 20th | 10:00 a.m. | Join us for a special storytime and activities in partnership with Northumberland EarlyON Child and Family Centres.
Drop-in program. Ages 0 to 6 years with Parent/Guardian. |
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Teen Hangout 🛜 | Wednesday, February 25th - 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. - Cobourg Public Library |  |
Bring your friends to a dedicated space for teens only. Hang out, meet new people, play a board game or a Nintendo Switch game on the big screen, participate in an activity, or enjoy the free WIFI. We will be creating chocolate dipped marshmallow treats (while supplies last). Teens Welcome. Drop-In Program. Rotary Room. |
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Kindness Station 💌 | Monday, February 2nd to Saturday, February 14th - All Locations | DIY Friendship Bracelets & Kindness Notes Looking for a creative break? Head over to the Teen Area to design a personalized bracelet or write a quick note of appreciation for a friend. Whether you're making something for a bestie or just want to de-stress with some DIY, the supplies are on us. While supplies last. Teens Welcome. Drop-In Program. |
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 | Boomers - Ages 55+💙 | Fridays at 10:00 a.m. - Cobourg Public Library - Rotary Room |
Are you 55+ and interested in meeting new friends, having interesting conversations and learning something new each week - all for free?! We host a weekly program that offers just that. Light refreshments provided. Drop-in. February 6th: Guest: Bob Garthson, Organic Gardener - Preparing for the garden season, including where to obtain plants and seeds. February 13th: No Guest Speaker: Let’s get together for light refreshments and chatter about current events.
February 20th: Guest: Randy Barber, President of the Cobourg & District Historical Society. Learn about the fascinating history of barbering from our Town of Cobourg Councillor and historian, Randy Barber. February 27th: Guest: Rick Miller, President & Chair of the Marie Dressler Foundation. Join Rick Miller of the Marie Dressler House, to learn about the history of our local Marie Dressler House. |
| Monday Movies📽️ | Mondays at 2:00 p.m. - Cobourg Public Library - Rotary Room |
Drop in for a free movie and light refreshments. Movie lists available in the foyer at the Cobourg Public Library. Adults welcome. Drop-in program. *No Movie on February 16th. |
| Adult Craft Night✂️ | Wednesday, February 18th - 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. - Bewdley Branch | Create a macrame key wristlet with us. Registration is required.
Register online to attend starting February 1st at 10:00 a.m. |
| Bewdley Book Club📘 | Wednesday, February 11th - 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. - Bewdley Branch |
Join us at the Bewdley Branch where we get together and discuss our latest book of choice. February's book is: The Never Ending Present: The Story of Gord Downie & The Tragically Hip. Registration is required, please contact the Bewdley Branch at (905) 797-2535 ext. 23 |
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Beyond Books
on 89.7 FM 📻Wednesday, February 4th 10:15 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Listen to us live on Northumberland 89.7FM as we discuss upcoming programs, events and resources. |
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Breakfast & Books 🥞Saturday, February 7th 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Visit us at the Harwood Hall's monthly pancake breakfast! We'll have activities for the kids as well as a great selection of items for you to check out. |
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The 25th Annual Oscar Contest |
 | Pick up a ballot from the Library or, head online to choose who you think will win in each category. Submissions are due by March 15th at 5:00 p.m. You could win a gift basket from our partners at CVS Midwest Tape! | Free Radon Testing Kits |
We're excited to offer you FREE Radon Testing Kits to our community, thanks to our partnership with Lakelands Public Health! Testing for radon is simple and essential for a safe home. We have a limited supply of kits at each of our locations.They are available on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last. Remember to bring your cell phone, tablet or ipad to register when you attend. Thanks to Lakelands Public Health for these free kits. |
We're excited to offer you FREE Radon Testing Kits to our community, thanks to our partnership with Lakelands Public Health! Testing for radon is simple and essential for a safe home. We have a limited supply of kits at each of our locations.They are available on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last. Remember to bring your cell phone, tablet or ipad to register when you attend. Thanks to Lakelands Public Health for these free kits. | Freedom to Read Week |
 | From February 22nd to 28th, we join libraries across Canada to celebrate Freedom to Read Week. At the Cobourg Public Library, we believe that every member of our community deserves the right to explore new ideas, discover different perspectives, and choose the stories that speak to them.
Intellectual freedom is the heartbeat of a public library. It’s what allows our shelves to be a gateway to the world; offering everything from the classics you love to the contemporary voices that challenge and inspire us.
This week, we invite you to: ✅ Borrow a "challenged" book and see what the conversation is about. ✅ Chat with our staff about why intellectual freedom matters. ✅ Celebrate the diverse range of voices that make our collection so special. | Virtual Resource Feature |  |
Your kids want the tablet or the laptop. You want them to read. Usually, that’s a standoff. But with TumbleBookLibrary everyone wins. It’s a massive digital collection of 1200+ talking, animated e-books, non-fiction, and puzzles. It’s basically a Library that lives in your pocket and never tells you to shush.
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Special Collection Feature |
 | Did you know we have a jigsaw puzzle collection for both adults and children? That's right! You can take out a carrying case with a puzzle inside, spend time with loved ones creating it and return it to us, all with your library card! We offer these for a loan period of three weeks, giving you plenty of time to complete it. |
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| Love Your Library This February! ❤️ | We’re fundraising to take our collection to the next level. Did you know your Library offers more than just great reads? From STEAM backpacks and jigsaw puzzles to our community-favorite Lego Wall, we provide tools for play, learning, and connection.
Your donations this month will help us refresh these special collections and keep our book stacks thriving. Every dollar stays right here to help your neighbors learn and grow.
For more information, please contact Jocelyn at 905-372-9271 ext. 6249.
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