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Join us in May for... May 6, 13, 27 - New to Meditation with Alison May 13 - Foraging Walk with Bryce & Misty May 18 - Gardening is for the Birds with the Grey County Master Gardeners May 18 - Daytime Book Club - A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas May 24 - Roaming Readers with Kimm May 25 - In-person crafts with Kimm Peg Dolls Drop-in daytime activities for adults Take 10 adult activity bundle - theme: May/Flowers Herb of the Month Club - marjoram Take & Make craft kits for adults - seed bombs & planter |
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Take & Make Craft Seed Bombs available starting May 2nd Just in time for Mother's Day, simple flower or herb seed bombs with a little pot - easy to make, and fun to toss! Adults, please (now 14+) While supplies last. |
New to Meditation series Sat, May 6, 13, 27, 10:30am Durham Branch If you can breathe, you can meditate.
As with so many of our volunteer workshop leaders, Alison comes to us with impressive credentials: over 10 years' experience and instruction in mindfulness/calm-abiding and insight meditation techniques, four years as Program Director of a Contemplative Studies Program and studies with some of the world's most respected practitioners. Alison will explain, demonstrate, guide and accompany beginners in developing their meditation practice. Sessions continue in May, starting at 10:30am (see dates above). Pre-registration is required adultprograms@westgreylibrary.com or 519.369.2107 or at the Durham front desk. Wear comfortable clothes. No charge. Come to any session. |
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Foraging Walk Sat, May 13, 1pm Misty and Bryce are homesteaders who live off-grid on a small experimental farm called The Territory of Ultima Thule. Chefs and caterers by training, they produce as much of their own food as possible on the farm, practice Permaculture, and share the benefits of their experimentation, through their Permaculture Institute. In this session, they share one of their favourite foraging areas in West Grey. This session is off-site. No charge, but pre-registration required at adultprograms@westgreylibrary.com. Information on location will be shared upon registration. Be prepared for a comfortable walk. |
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Durham Daytime Book Club Thu, May 18th, 2:30pm For those who like their discussions by daylight, Durham Branch's Daytime Book Club. Register by phone 519.369.2107 or email adultprograms@westgreylibrary.com and pick up this month's selection. Hosted by Library staff - give it a try! May's selection: A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas, a romantic fantasy reminiscent of Beauty and the Beast and immersed with magic, adventure, and intrigue. The New York Times bestseller was a TikTok sensation. |
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Gardening is for the Birds! with Grey County Master Gardeners Thu, May 18th, 2:30pm Durham Branch The Master Gardeners are back with great ideas for welcoming winged and feathered guests to your garden! Pre-register at adultprograms@westgreylibrary.com, 519.369.2107 or at the Durham front desk. |
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Roaming Readers Wed, May 24, 2:30pm Riverside Park We'll meet at the river's edge for a half-hour stroll and conversation about all things reading. Pre-registration required: at the front desk in Durham, adultprograms@westgreylibrary.com or 519.369.2107 |
Herb of the Month Club Marjoram available starting May 2nd to club members Welcome to our new Herb of the Month Club members. Remember to pick up your kit - it contains the history, folklore and fun facts of this month's herb, as well as picking up some nifty recipes. Marjoram this month, the sweeter cousin of oregano with a shared history of symbolizing love, protection and joy. If you’re interested in learning more , email adultprograms@westgreylibrary.com to sign up for the Herb of the Month Club. Places are limited. Anyone who hasn't picked up their kits in two months will be asked to step aside to allow a new member to join. Interest is high! |
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In-person craft session: Peg Dolls Thursday, May 25th, 2:30pm Durham Branch materials: $3
Create your own whimsical peg dolls in an amiable crafting group. Spaces are limited and pre-registration required: at the front desk in Durham, adultprograms@westgreylibrary.com or 519.369.2107 |
And watch for upcoming programs and events, including...
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June 1 Durham Plant Walk June 17 Flower Pressing June 29 In-person crafts - fairy houses and Launch of Adult Summer Reading Bingo |
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Looking for Facilitators
Do you have a skill or interest you're willing to share? We are always looking for volunteers to share their talents and lead workshops. Right now, we'd particularly love to hear from you if you can lend your experience to a short introductory session in any of the following areas: - photography
- beekeeping
- basketry
- home repairs
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Are we missing something? Do you have a program idea? Contact us at adultprograms@westgreylibrary.com or via Facebook or phone 519.369.2107 - and thanks! If you would like to stop receiving these newsletters, please email info@westgreylibrary.com with 'unsubscribe' in the subject line. |
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