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| December is here! | Get cozy with our festive programs,
holiday storytimes, and events for all ages. | |
Events & Partnerships |
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Tech Buddies |
Tuesday, December 2nd to Wednesday, December 4th | 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. | Cobourg Public Library |
Need a little basic tech support? December 2nd, 3rd and 4th in the Rotary Room. Trinity College students will be here to help. Make sure you bring your device and a notepad! This event is first-come-first-served. Drop-In. All Ages.
This event is in partnership with Trinity College School Students. |
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Books Make the Best Gifts |
Saturday, December 6th11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. |
Cobourg Public Library |
Local Authors Book Fair — Presented by Spirit of the Hills Writers Group. Browse and buy books from local authors; perfect for holiday gift-giving. Meet the writers behind the stories, discover new favourites, and support our creative community. Free admission and free parking! Light refreshments available. Drop-In. All Ages.
This event is in partnership with the Spirt of the Hills Writers Group. |
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Holiday Market |
Saturday, December 13th10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. |
Cobourg Public Library | Get into the holiday spirit at the Cobourg Public Library Holiday Market! Shop local for unique gifts, including candles, holiday decor, pottery, clothing, wood decor, and more. Free admission.
Come support local vendors. This event is in partnership with Lakehouse Candles. |
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Reindeer Snow Globe
Take and Make Kit | Bewdley and Gores Landing Branches |
Available Starting December 2nd Stop by the Library and pick up your craft kit to make this cute snow globe. Each kit contains the materials to create one globe.
While supplies last. |
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Candy Cane Walrus
Take and Make Kits | Cold Springs Branch |
Available Starting December 3rd Stop by the Cold Springs Branch and pick up your kit to make this adorable and festive walrus. Each kit contains the materials required to make one walrus.
While supplies last |
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Cobourg Family Storytime
Thursdays | 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. *No Storytime on Dec 25th or Jan 1st. | Chess Club
Cobourg 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. All Ages Welcome. |
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Bewdley Family Storytime
Fridays | 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. *No Storytime on Dec 26th or Jan 2nd. | Bewdley Storytime with Northumberland EarlyON
Friday, December 19th | 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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Junior Bakers Make Holiday Cookies |
Wednesday, December 17th4:00 p.m. |
Cold Springs Branch | Get ready to bake some delicious holiday cookies at the library!
This program is a fantastic opportunity to learn basic baking skills, make new friends, and enjoy a tasty treat.
Allergy Alert:
Please be advised that food ingredients may contain allergens.
We cannot guarantee an allergen free program. Ages 6 to 12 Go online to register.
Registration opens December 1st at 10:00 a.m. |
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Storybook Snowmen Scavenger Hunt |
Monday, December 22nd to Sunday, January 4th
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Find the storybook snowmen hidden in the Youth area. Do you know which storybooks they came from? Win a prize if you find them all!
Families Welcome. Drop-in. |
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Teens
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Teen Cozy Winter Reads |
Monday, December 1st to Sunday, December 14th
| All Locations |
Visit the Teen Area to check out a YA book on display. Selected books will come paired with a package of hot chocolate and a candy cane. Teens Only. While Supplies Last. |
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Boomers - Ages 55+ |
Fridays at 10:00 a.m. | Cobourg Library |
Meet New Friends & Learn Something New.
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.
Dec. 7th: Live Comfortably at Home, Without Feeling Alone. Discover how you or your loved ones can enjoy the comfort of home while staying connected to friends, family, and the community. Join Kim from Senior Helpers for an informative session on services that:Support daily living needs, provide companionship and social activities, help you stay independent, safe, and engaged longer; because home is where the heart is and where you can thrive.
Dec. 12th: Sip, Savor & Discover. On the 12th, join us at the Library for a delightful fair trade coffee and tea tasting hosted by Ten Thousand Villages. Learn: How Ten Thousand Villages began, the inspiring stories of the artisans they support and, how fair trade changes lives around the world.
Dec. 19th: Boomers Holiday Party. Wrap up the year in good company! Join us for sweet treats, laughter, and lively conversation. Reconnect with familiar faces, meet new friends, and share the joy of the season; because the best holiday memories are made together.
Boomers will return on Friday, Jan. 9th |
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Monday Movies |
Mondays at 2:00 p.m. | Cobourg Library |
Drop in for a free movie and light refreshments. Movie lists available in the foyer at the Cobourg Public Library.
Kindly note that Monday Movies will return in January, after our final film of 2025 on Dec 15th. |
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Adult Craft Night
Take & Make
| Kits Available by RegistrationPick Up Begins Wednesday, December 3rd
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Bewdley Branch | This month will be a simple Take and Make. Using paper bag, glue and twine patrons will be creating paper stars to hang on their walls.
No experience necessary.
Most materials required will be provided. Space is limited and registration is required.
Please contact your local branch
or go online to register.
Registration starts: Monday, December 1st at 10:00 a.m. |
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Social Giveaway |
Facebook & InstagramRunning December 15th to 21st |
Facebook & Instagram |
We’re celebrating our amazing Cobourg Public Library community with a special giveaway! Enter for your chance to win a Cozy Prize Pack filled with goodies, library swag, and fun surprises! 📚 How to Enter:1️⃣ Follow us on Instagram or Facebook @CobourgPL 2️⃣ Comment your favourite holiday film, book or CD✨ Bonus entry: Share our post to your story and tag us! Running December 15th to 21st at 5:00 p.m. Winner announced on December 22nd. |
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Beyond Books
on 89.7 FMWednesday, December 3rd 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, December 6th 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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| CONTACT US
| 200 Ontario Street
Cobourg, ON K9A 5P4
905-372-9271 | info@cobourg.library.on.ca |
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