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2025
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Library News |
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Our Cold Springs Branch is officially OPEN!
Drop by our new branch in the Cold Springs Memorial Hall 3844 Burnham Street North
Wednesdays - 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. |
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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. |
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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!
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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! |
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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: |
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Thank you to the following businesses for providing prizes for our TD Summer Reading Club this summer
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BEYOND BOOKS
on 89.7 FM |
Wed. August 6th | 10:15 a.m. | BREAKFAST & BOOKS
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HARWOOD HALL Sat. August 2nd | 8am to 11am 5453 Front St., Harwood |
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YOUR LIBRARY AT THE FARMER'S MARKET |
Sat. August 9th
10am to 12:30pm Storytime at 10:30am |
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30TH ANNIVERSARY |
Cobourg Library Sun. Sept. 28th | 2pm to 4pm |
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BOOK SALE and SILENT AUCTION |
Cobourg Library Sat. Oct. 25th | 10am to 2pm |
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HOLIDAY CLOSURES |
All Library locations will be closed on Mon. Aug 4th and Mon. Sept. 1st. |
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COBOURG LIBRARY CLOSED SUNDAYS |
Sunday hours will resume on Sun. Sept. 7th |
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SUMMER READING
CLUBS |
There is still time to join one of our Summer Reading Clubs - for all ages at all of our Library locations! The TD Summer Reading Club
(ages 0 to 12) - ends August 23rd Teens (ages 13 to 17) - ends August 23rd Adults (18 and up) - ends August 31st |
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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. |
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How the Cobourg Public Library
has evolved to serve you
over the last 30 years
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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.
Read more about the Library's history. |
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| Child and Family Programs |
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TD Summer Reading Club
| June 30th to August 23rd | All Library Locations |
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! |
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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
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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 |
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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. | Bewdley Storytime with Northumberland EarlyON
Friday, August 15th | 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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String Art Flower
Take and Make Kits | Bewdley and Gores Landing Branches
Available starting Friday, August 1st During branch hours. While supplies last. | |
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Take and Make Kit | Cold Springs Branch
Available starting Wed. August 6th
During branch hours. While supplies last. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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.
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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) |
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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.
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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.
Register to attend in Gores Landing Tuesday, August 19th
Register to attend in Cold Springs Wednesday, August 20th |
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Bubble Adventures
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. |
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DROP-IN YOUTH ACTIVITES
All Library Locations - During Branch Hours
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Doodle-a-thon
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Unleash your creativity, connect with fellow drawing enthusiasts, and explore the boundless possibilities of doodling! |
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World Landmarks Lego Challenge |
Aug. 11th to 16th | Use our LEGO and your imagination to recreate famous World Landmarks. |
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World Flag Scavenger Hunt |
Aug. 18th to 23rd | Explore the world, one flag at a time. Find all of the hidden flags and win a prize. |
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Game Time! |
Aug. 25th to 30th | Stay and Play
extravaganza packed with board games, card games, and giant games to celebrate the end of summer. |
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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. |
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Adult Summer Reading Club |
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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. |
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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! |
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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.
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| August 5th to 9th | All Library Locations |
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. |
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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.
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| August 18th to 23rd | All Library Locations |
The only limit is your imagination – grab some craft sticks and let your crafting adventure begin! While supplies last
Teens Welcome. Drop-in Program. |
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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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