On July 9th, 62 people attended our soft launch of the branch. We had 3 new members join the Library and checked out 45 items!
Thank you to the residents of Cold Springs and Hamilton Township Council for the opportunity to provide service to your community.
We welcome you to come out for a visit. You will find Books and Movies for all ages, LEGO, Jigsaw Puzzles, Board Games, Ukuleles, free Wi-Fi, a public Laptop, and a colour Printer/Copier/Scanner!
July Book & Bake Sale
Huge thanks to everyone who contributed and supported our annual summer Book & Bake Sale! Together, we raised $1,400.
Our Next Book Sale will be Saturday, October 25th
10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. - Save the Date!
Silent Auction - Saturday, October 25th
We're now accepting donations of gift cards, gift baskets and unique experiences for our Silent Auction. If you know or own a local business and would be interested in donating, please contact Rachel Spence at rspence@cobourg.library.on.ca.
Supporting local: We've received generous support from these great businesses in our community:
July 2nd to August 30th Design a Library-themed bookmark celebrating
30 years on Ontario Street for a chance to win!
How it works:
1. Pick up your bookmark template at your local library.
2. Categories:
►Children (12 and under) ►Teens (13 to 18)
►Adults
3. Create your design
4. Submit by 10:00 a.m. Sat. Aug. 30th
Winners will be chosen by the Library Board and announced on social media
Must be a CobourgPL member to win.
How the Cobourg Public Library has evolved to serve you over the last 30 years
Reading Room
On Chapel Street, the Reading Room offered two tables with access to magazines and newspapers (on bamboo rods). The move to Ontario Street brought a large sunny, spacious room with more seating and tables. In 2005, the room was divided, to provide a space for a Young Adult area. By 2015, the room was opened once again, with cozy chairs and sofas. Today, the room is home to not only magazines, but our Adult Jigsaw Puzzle collection. It is a meeting place, the area our Chess Club meets each Tuesday, and a space utilized by students & tutors. Adapting to meet the needs of the community.
Visit your library and register for the TD Summer Reading Club! Read any library book at your reading level and report back to library staff with an oral, picture, or written report. Each book report gives you a chance to win our end of summer prizes!
You could be our next Kid Librarian! All Locations
Apply Online - and you could be chosen! We are looking for Cobourg Public Library members who like to read and who would like to share their favourite books with the community, by creating a special Kid Librarian book display. Ages 6 to 12 years. Youth Services Department How To Apply: Submit an online application form: https://forms.cobourg.ca/Library/Kid-Librarian-Application
Cobourg Family Storytime
Thursdays | 10:30 a.m.
Join us this summer 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.
August 7th - Visit from the Northumberland Humane Society August 14th - Storytime at the Cobourg Ecology Garden
116 Hibernia Street, Cobourg
Bewdley Family Storytime
Fridays | 10:00 a.m.
Join Library staff for storytime at our Bewdley Branch this summer.
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.
Available starting Friday, August 1st During branch hours. While supplies last.
Zoo Animal Bookmark
Take and Make Kit
Cold Springs Branch Available starting Wed. August 6th
During branch hours. While supplies last.
Get Your Game On!
Bewdley Branch
Saturday Afternoons | 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Drop-in for some Nintendo Switch gaming fun at the Bewdley Branch. Families welcome. Drop-in Program.
TD Summer Reading Club StoryWalk®
Bewdley Branch | August 6th to August 9th
Cold Springs Branch | August 13th
Bring your family to read the bilingual story as you walk along the outdoor path. Book: "Let's go! haw êkwa!" by Julie Flett Families welcome. Drop-in Program.
Scientists in-Situ Presents: Candy Chemistry
Cobourg Library | Thursday, August 7th | 2:00 p.m. Discover the surprising science hiding in a bag of Skittles. Explore solubility, buoyancy, reactivity and investigate the odds of finding your favourite colour. How sweet it is! Ages 6 to 12. Register online to attend. Registration opens Friday, August 1st at 10:00 a.m.
Family Movie Night
Cobourg Library | Wednesday, August 13th | 6:00 p.m.
Bring your family to cool off this summer with a movie at the library. Popcorn will be provided, while supplies last. Please bring a re-usable water bottle to fill up at our foyer water station. Families welcome. Drop-in program. Movie: Despicable Me 4 (Rated G)
Make Butter with a Dairy Farmer
Cobourg Library | Thursday, August 14th | 2:00 p.m. Join us for this hands on program. Northumberland's Dairy Educator, Diane, will teach you how to make butter. Observe how the cream changes, from a liquid to a whipped consistency, and eventually a solid ball of butter. Ages 6 to 12. Register online to attend. Registration opens Friday, August 1st at 10:00 a.m.
Junior Bakers Make Cupcakes
Gores Landing | Tuesday, August 19th | 6:00 p.m.
Cold Springs | Wednesday, August 20th | 3:00 p.m.
Calling all young baking enthusiasts! Get ready to whip up some sweet treats at the library. This program is a fantastic opportunity to learn basic baking skills, make new friends, and create edible masterpieces to enjoy. Allergy Alert: Please be advised that food ingredients may contain allergens. We cannot guarantee an allergen free program. Ages 6 to 12. Space is limited. Registration opens Friday, August 1st at 10:00 a.m.
Cobourg Library | Thursday, August 21st - 2:00 p.m. Join us in the Garden of Reading on the south lawn. Make your own bubble wand. Enjoy our Bubble Art station. Play with bubble wands, draw with sidewalk chalk and more! *This event will be held indoors if weather is inclement.* Families welcome. Drop-in program.
DROP-IN YOUTH ACTIVITES
All Library Locations - During Branch Hours
Doodle-a-thon
Aug. 5th to 9th
Unleash your creativity, connect with fellow drawing enthusiasts, and explore the boundless possibilities of doodling!
Chess Club - Cobourg Library Tuesdays | 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Drop by the Reading Room for a chess game!
Pieces and boards will be available. All ages and skill levels welcome.
Teen Summer Reading Club
Adult Summer Reading Club
June 30th to August 23rd
All Locatons
The summer read squad just got super chill! Snag a stamp for each item you check out with your Library Card. Rack up 8 stamps and score a shot at our summer prize drop. Teens welcome. Ages 13 to 17.
July 2nd to August 31st - All Locations
Read something a little different this summer!
Pick up your Challenge bookmark at any Library Branch and read your way through the challenges. Each challenge you complete earns you an entry in our monthly prize draw. Complete your whole bookmark and be entered to win a gift basket featuring gift vouchers for restaurants all over Cobourg!
Teen Photography Challenge
August 1st to 30th | All Library Locations
Win a $20 Starbucks Gift Card! How to enter: 1. Take a teen photography challenge sheet from any of our library branches. 2. Put a check mark beside the photos you complete. 3. Bring your sheet back by August 30th at 5pm to get an entry into the draw for a $20 Starbucks gift card! Get a bonus entry by sending 3 or more of your challenge photos to: rpurdy@cobourg.library.on.ca by August 30th at 5:00 p.m.
Visit the Teen Area of any library branch to add your personal artistic touch. We cannot wait to see what you will create! Teens Welcome. Drop-in Program.
Teen Tiny Food
Cobourg Library | Friday, August 15th | 2:00 p.m.
Are you captivated by the charm of perfectly miniaturized dishes? This program offers a unique and hands-on experience where you will learn the art of creating adorable, edible, and utterly irresistible tiny food. Get ready to unleash your inner miniaturist and satisfy your craving for all things miniscule! Allergy Alert: This program may contain food allergens. We cannot guarantee an allergen free environment. Ages 12 to 17. Register online to attend. Registration opens Friday, August 1st at 10:00 a.m.
