 WHAT'S ON AT THE LIBRARY |
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My Friend's House - Jodi Petitpas
Monday, March 3 from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Jodi Petitpas, Senior Development and Communications Manager at My Friend's House in Collingwood, will be discussing the history of South Georgian Bay's women's shelter, as well as the issues involved in keeping a shelter's doors open during challenging times. This is sure to be an informative event, just in time for International Women's Day.
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Women's Day Author Talk
Friday, March 7 from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. Join Christine L. Dominico, author of Pushback Claim Your Voice as she discusses this year’s Women’s Day theme "Accelerated Action" and encourages women to engage their daughters and granddaughters to notice biases against females and take active participation in making this world a better place. |
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Life Coach Lin
Monday, March 10 from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Join Life Coach Lin as she gives examples and scenarios to get you going on setting and achieving your transitions and goals. All are welcome. |
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NEW Databases - try them out for FREE Grant Connect: Grant Connect is a fundraising research tool that helps non-profit organizations access new funding prospects on our public computers and via Wifi access in the building. *Not offsite. Just for Kids Access Video: This site offers educational, commercial free streaming for children both on and offsite. Featuring; Sesame Street, Reading Rainbow, Dr Seuss, Berenstain Bears, read-alouds, homework help and much more. LOTE4 Kids: Offers thousands of different picture books in over 70 different languages.
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Pollinators presents film: Monarch Ultra Thursday, March 20 from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Simcoe Street Theatre Join us for this inspiring film. In 2019, a team of ultra runners and environmentalists followed the flight of the monarch butterfly by running the same distance of 4,300km (2,671 miles) from southern Ontario to central Mexico. The Monarch Ultra was the first attempt to run across North America (Canada, United States and Mexico) to raise awareness of monarch butterflies who make the migratory journey every year, and whose populations are in decline. |
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Death CafeThursday, March 27 from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. Join us for an open and relaxed discussion about death and dying. We shift the conversation from one of fear & avoidance to that of familiarity, comfort and consciousness. This is a discussion rather than grief support. Hosted by Be McCarthy.
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Reading Club First Wednesday of the month from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. Freeschools Room An accessible group for beginner and developing adult readers who want to explore their world with books. Participants will have assistance reading informative books to explore different topics that will be group directed from the previous month. Each month explores new ideas and topics and can include crafts, games and social time. |
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National Indigenous Languages Day Monday, March 31 Did you know that we have a small collection of books available in Anishinaabemowin, Cree and Inuktitut? We also have Mango Languages in our digital database and Transparent Language includes several lessons on various Indigenous languages. Both resources are available on our website HERE and accessible with your library membership. |
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Apple Tech Corner
Tuesdays from 1 to 2pm and Fridays from 11am to 12pm Need help with your Apple iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, or other Apple devices and software? Have other tech questions? Sessions will be led by Michael Laurence, an Apple expert who previously ran Guide on the Side. Join us at the corner table in the Genealogy Section. Register to reserve your spot HERE, but feel free to drop in as well! |
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A Little Lunch Music
Join us every 2nd & 4th Tuesday each month. Meet at noon in the FreeSchools room Give yourself a midday break, enjoy a hot drink & snack while listening to: Free ~ Live ~ Local ~ Music. - March 11 - CANCELLED due to March Break
- March 25 - Adam & Fran Webster
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Colling/It Podcast
Colling/It is a CPL podcast about the people and places that make Collingwood, Ontario THE place to be. Hosted by staff dynamic duo: Jenn Perks and Jeff Cepukas.Listen HERE. |
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Wander Travel GroupArmchair Travel in Virtual Reality Every third Friday of the month at 1:00 p.m. Next destinatinon, Australia, on March 21. *We are also looking for ideas for future destinations, please submit ideas HERE.
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Regular Ongoing Programs Conversational Spanish First & Third Tuesday at 12:00 p.m. All levels welcome. Genealogy for Beginners Book 30 min coaching sessions for free with our Local History & Genealogy Coordinator. Chapter Two & CPL Book Clubs Fourth Tuesday at 2:00 p.m. In person. Open spots available! Writers' Collective CWC First (virtual) & Third (in person) Mondays at 6:00 p.m. Info: HERE Writers 101 Fourth Monday at 6:00 p.m. In person. New to writing. Register: HERE Mah-jong Mondays Weekly on Mondays at 1:00 p.m. All levels welcome. Knitters Weekly on Wednesdays from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. in the Murray Clerkson room on the 2nd floor. French Conversation (hybrid) **Changing to Thursdays at 1:00 p.m. in Murray Clerkson starting on March 13. Books on Wheels (BOW) Second Thursday of each month. Mobility issues? We bring the library to you. Technology for Beginners Wednesdays from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Beginner-friendly classes that promote digital literacy skills among seniors and older adults by providing technology training and support. Bring your own device. Free to attend, drop-in. Mar 5 – Intro to Smart Home Devices - Guide to smart home tech for simplicity and savings. Mar 12 – Using the Web– Master simple internet searches for effective browsing. Mar 19 - Exploring Creative Tools - Discover 3D printing and Cricut tools for creativity. Mar 26 – WhatsApp - Learn WhatsApp basics: Stay connected with ease. |
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Researching the History of your Home
Tuesday, April 8 at 10:00 a.m. Join Olivia White, Digital Preservation Archivist from the Simcoe County Archives, for a presentation on how to effectively research the history of your home. |
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CanFilmDay presents… Wednesday, April 16 at 2:00 p.m. at Simcoe Theatre Without Precedent: The Supreme Life of Rosalie Abella. Dubbed Canada’s Ruth Bader Ginsburg, former Supreme Court Justice Rosalie Abella led the way on major decisions about employment equity, same sex marriage, and more. |
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March Break Registration Opens on March 1st at noon See our website calendar for all the details - collingwoodpubliclibrary.ca |
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Quest for Enchanted Dragon Eggs
Begins on Friday, March 7 at 2pm Ends on March 28 at 2pm All ages |
Dragon Party!
Monday, March 10, 10:30 to 12pm All ages |
Painters Corner
Monday, March 10, 2 to 3pm Suggested ages 8 & up |
Disco Dough
Tuesday, March 11, 10:30 to 11am Suggested ages 4 yrs & up |
Byte-sized Builders
Tuesday, March 11, 2 to 3pm Suggested ages 8yrs & up |
Artsy Hour
Wednesday, March 12, 2 to 3pm While supplies last Suggested ages 6yrs & up |
Lego Builders
Thursday, March 13, 2 to 3 pm Suggested ages 6 yrs & up |
Bluey Party! Friday, March 14, 10:30 to 12pm All ages |
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A Handful of Buttons - Storytime
Friday, March 21 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Suggested ages: 6mos to 6yrs Drop-in for songs, rhymes & stories focusing on diversity, inclusion & kindness. #ITSTARTS @SimcoeCounty |
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Movie Screening: Moana 2 Friday, March 21 from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m. Community Rooms B&C
Join us for a FREE movie screening!
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Homework Help Is your child struggling with their reading or other subjects? We are here to help! To get started, email us your child's age, the subjects we can assist with, and your availability HERE. Next, we will try to match you with one of our dedicated volunteer tutors who can provide support. |
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LITerally Awesome Tween Book Club Kit
First Wednesday of the month kits go out Kit will include: two reading challenge options, craft and treat. If you like the book and would like to recommend it to others, write a review on the index card provided and drop off to the children’s librarian or front desk! For youth ages 8-12 yrs. While supplies last. |
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Regular on-going programs:
Toddler Tales - Wednesdays from 10:15-10:45 am. Drop-in, 18 mos to 3yrs. Family Storytime - Thursdays from 10:30-11:00 am. Drop-in, ages 6mos to 6yrs. Baby & Me - Thursdays from 12:00-12:30 pm. Drop-in, birth to 18 mos. Free Range Fun for Littles - Fridays from 2-3pm. Suggested ages; 10mos to 2yrs. Chess Club - Saturdays from 10 - 11:30 am. Suggested ages 8 & up. |
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Story WalkStart at the Station Museum at 45 St. Paul Street and follow the Train Trail to Collins Street
Get outside for some fresh air, take a walk beside the train tracks and read the book Ten Ways to Hear Snow by Cathy Camper along the way.
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Book As Muse Art Contest
*Art submission deadline on Friday, March 28 Create a piece of art - any size, any medium. The only catch? It must be inspired by a book. How the book inspired your piece is entirely up to you! Submit your art, along with a completed entry form (available at the circulation or youth services desk) by March 28th. All submissions will be exhibited in the library throughout the month of April, and winners will be announced at the exhibition opening reception on Friday, April 4th, 4-6pm. For youth ages 13-17. |
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Mysterious March Break: Weapons, Werewolves, and Woe Monday, March 10 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. We've never been more serious about keeping things mysterious! Today's theme is weapons, werewolves, and woe - drop in to find out more! |
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Mysterious March Break: Suspicious Snacks Tuesday, March 11 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. We've never been more serious about keeping things mysterious! Today's theme is suspicious snacks - drop in to find out more! |
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Mysterious March Break: Embarrassing Escapes |
Wednesday, March 12 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. We've never been more serious about keeping things mysterious! Today's theme is Embarrassing Escapes - drop in to find out more! |
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Mysterious March Break: Taking and Tendering TalesThursday, March 13 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. We've never been more serious about keeping things mysterious! Today's theme is taking and tendering tales - drop in to find out more!
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Mysterious March Break: Muddling Amid Micro-MysteriesFriday, March 14 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. We've never been more serious about keeping things mysterious! Today's theme is muddling amid micro-mysteries - drop in to find out more!
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Regular on-going programs:
Nintendo Night - Friday, March 28 & 14 from 4-5 pm VR - Friday, March 7 & 21 from 4-5 pm Volunteer Night Now every Wednesday from 4-5 pm Tech it Out Wednesdays from 4-5 pm, ages 9-12 Game Night - Tuesday, March 11 from 6-8 pm Good Ideas Club - Tuesday, March 18 from 6-8 pm Rainbow Reads - Wednesday, March 26 from 5-6 pm |
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Art Walk & Bridge Galleries
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From the Inside Out Painting & Poetry Intertwined by: Chantal Wolf & Dee Hutton March & April, 2025 Art Walk & Bridge Galleries Using words and layers of colour, line, and light, close friends Chantal and Dee create paintings and poetry intertwined in a dance of intuitive expression. Through a balance of opposites, the real and the imagined, the static and the fluid, their work invites contemplation and creates a sense of wonder and intrigue. Artists' Reception: Saturday, March 22 from 2 to 4 pm The Power of Creativity, Interactive Artist Talk: Saturday, April 12 from 2 to 4 pm |
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When you donate to Collingwood Public Library, you are making a difference in our community. Your support helps us reach our vision of equitable access to unique services, learning opportunities, the chance to connect with one another, and to discover something new. You can donate knowing your gift has an impact. Visit the the home page of our website, donate button is on the right-hand side. Choose where you want your dollars to go, give a monthly or a one time gift, receive a receipt for tax purposes immediately to your email. We appreciate your support. |
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Hours of Operation Monday 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sunday 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
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