Book Lovers’ Ball and Benefit

January 6th, 2012

The Uxbridge Public Library has had the honour of serving residents of Uxbridge since 1887. In fact, we will be celebrating a milestone in 2012 ~ our 125th anniversary!

A variety of events have been planned for next year’s celebration including a gala fundraiser, The Book Lover’s Ball and Benefit at Wooden Sticks Golf Course on Saturday, April 14th, 2012. We are hoping that over 150 literary-minded guests will come together and show their support for the Library.

This black tie event will be an evening to remember, including hors d’oeuvres, three-course dinner with wine, and dancing with live music performed by Hot Air - a local big band with
17 members. Guests will also have the opportunity to bid on fabulous prizes in a silent auction, in support of the Library’s expansion fund.

The Uxbridge Public Library, including our Zephyr Branch, are information resources, committed to fostering literacy and promoting life long learning throughout our community. Over 33% of Uxbridge residents are active Library cardholders and borrowed over 170,000 items last year. In addition, approximately 5,000 children and adults in our community attended over 230 Library programs!

The popularity of the Library, combined with recent budget cuts, an old but historical building, technological advances and the evolving needs of our patrons, means the demands on our Library system continue to grow year by year. To assist the Library in meeting increasingly diverse needs, we are in need of additional funding to help protect, enhance and expand important library materials, programs and services.

Supporting your public library is a unique and powerful way to support your community. The information enclosed describes opportunities for your company to use its marketing and community investment dollars to help make a real difference in the community that will not go unnoticed. You will be supporting one of the most important institutions in our town, helping ensure Uxbridge remains a very vibrant place to live.

It’s our Birthday

January 6th, 2012

The Uxbridge Public Library is celebrating 125 years in this location.  Come join us for celebrations throughout the year.  Check our website at www.uxlib.com for exciting programs, contests and events.

Ontario Public Library Week October 16-22

October 14th, 2011

To celebrate Ontario Public Library Week, special activities have been planned in and around the Uxbridge and Zephyr Public Libraries, FREE of charge:

‘For the Love of Reading’ Book Chat

Busy professionals who are on their lunch break, or, residents simply looking to have a literary discussion with others, are invited to chat about books they have read ~ are reading ~ or would like to read! B.Y.O.L. (bring your own lunch); beverages hot and cold will be provided.
* If this type of activity sounds like a fit for you, please come along to this inaugural gathering which will continue, if interest is sufficient, on the first Tuesday of each month.

 

Storytime for Children

Listen, laugh and learn! Discover great books, rhymes and/or songs. 18 months to 8 years old.

 

Storytime for Children ~ French

Le même, en français!

 

OPLW Reading Challenge

The challenge is simple… children try to read seven or more books, teens/adults to read at least one book… between October 15 – 21. Fill out a ballot listing the books you read by end of day Saturday, October 22, for a chance to win a ‘cool’ prize! Winners announced October 23.

 

Sidewalk Chalk Talk

Time to get creative and use that imagination! Help us celebrate libraries by writing or drawing a library-themed word or two on the sidewalks surrounding our libraries. Coloured chalk available at the circulation desks. Ages 1 – 99!

 

Library Patron Appreciation Open House

Stop in for refreshments and treats… and see what new items and services await at your neighbourhood library!

 

@ UXBRIDGE Public Library

Sat Oct 15 Sun Oct 16 Mon Oct 17 Tue Oct 18 Wed Oct 19 Thu Oct 20 Fri Oct 21 Sat Oct 22
10:00 – 10:30
Storytime
  10:00 – 10:30
Storytime
  10:00 – 10:30
Storytime
10:00 – 10:30
Storytime
  10:00-10:30

Storytime

10:30 – 11:00
French Storytime
OPEN!
1:00 – 5:00
  12:00 – 2:00
Book Chat (drop-in)
      10:30-11:00

French Storytime

      4:00 – 4:30
Storytime
    4:00 – 4:30
Storytime
 

 

@ ZEPHYR Public Library

Sat Oct 15 Sun Oct 16 Mon Oct 17 Tue Oct 18 Wed Oct 19 Thu Oct 20 Fri Oct 21
10:30 – 11:00
Storytime
    6:30 – 7:00
Storytime
  6:30 – 7:00
Storytime
 

 

ALL WEEK, at BOTH libraries:
Library Patron Appreciation Open House ~ OPLW Reading Challenge ~Sidewalk Chalk Talk

Teen Reading Group

July 20th, 2011

The Teen Summer Reading Group at the library is in full force! If you haven’t already, consider checking it out: http://uxlib.com/modules/blog_teen/. It’s free to sign up, any teens can join, and it’s all online!

Uxbridge Public Library Summer Reading Program

July 12th, 2011

Uxbridge Public Library has received a Special Mention for our 2010 Destination Jungle TD Summer Reading Club. Congratulations to all our staff and participants who made it so successful last year. It’s not too late to join in the fun this year with Splash! Celebrate Summer, the 2011 TD Summer Reading Club edition. Register at your nearest branch.