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Stay & Play (Newcastle)

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[Ages 0 to 5 with their caregivers]

Newcastle Branch
Fridays, starting June 2
10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Drop in; no registration required. No charge.

Have fun and make new friends! Children and their caregivers will have an opportunity to play, explore and socialize. This is a casual program, please feel free to arrive late or leave early.

Also be sure to check out Stay & Play at the Sarah Jane Williams Heritage Centre on Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. and Stay and Play at the Bowmanville, Courtice, Newcastle, and Orono branches on Fridays at 10:30 a.m.

 

Location: 
Newcastle Branch
Date: 
Repeats every week every Friday until Fri Aug 25 2023.
Friday, June 2, 2023 - 10:30am to 11:30am
Friday, June 9, 2023 - 10:30am to 11:30am
Friday, June 16, 2023 - 10:30am to 11:30am
Friday, June 23, 2023 - 10:30am to 11:30am
Friday, June 30, 2023 - 10:30am to 11:30am
Friday, July 7, 2023 - 10:30am to 11:30am
Friday, July 14, 2023 - 10:30am to 11:30am
Friday, July 21, 2023 - 10:30am to 11:30am
Friday, July 28, 2023 - 10:30am to 11:30am
Friday, August 4, 2023 - 10:30am to 11:30am
Friday, August 11, 2023 - 10:30am to 11:30am
Friday, August 18, 2023 - 10:30am to 11:30am
Friday, August 25, 2023 - 10:30am to 11:30am
Audience: 
Children

TAG (Teen Advisory Group, Newcastle)

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[Grades 7-12; Ages 12-18]

Newcastle Branch
First Thursday of each month (Jun 1, Jul 6, Aug 3)
4:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Advanced registration advised; drop in's welcome space permitting. Register in person at any branch, by phone at 905-623-7322 x2712, or online using the form below.

Earn volunteer hours at the library! We are looking for enthusiastic youth in grades 7-12 to join our new Teen Advisory Groups (TAG). TAG members will have a say in library programs and services for teens, assist with children's programs, learn leadership skills, and more!

Students who attend TAG meetings will receive additional volunteer opportunities throughout the year!

 

Attend a Teen Advisory Group at a branch nearest you!

Registration

You may register in person at any branch, by phoning Member Services at 905-623-7322 x2712, or online using the form below.

If you experience any issues with the form, please contact Member Services. If the form does not appear correctly, the event may be fully registered. You can check back later to see if space has opened up, or try registering through our Eventbrite page directly.

 

 

 

Location: 
Newcastle Branch
Date: 
Repeats every month on June, July, August on the first Thursday until Thu Aug 03 2023.
Thursday, June 1, 2023 - 4:00pm to 5:00pm
Thursday, July 6, 2023 - 4:00pm to 5:00pm
Thursday, August 3, 2023 - 4:00pm to 5:00pm
Audience: 
Youth

Infant Hearing Screening Clinic

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[Caregivers with children 2 months and under]

Newcastle Branch, Study Suite
Alternate Thursdays, starting June 1st
10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Advanced registration required for each 20 minute session through the Tri-Regional Infant Hearing Program at www.childdevelopmentprograms.ca/bookmybaby or 1-888-703-5437 x4.

Children develop speech and language skills by listening and imitating those around them, but these skills may be delayed in the case of deafness or hearing loss.

Sign up your infant for a screening if you have hearing-related concerns, and learn about the follow-up services available to your family.

Presented in partnership with Markham Stouffville Hospital, the lead agency for the Tri-Regional Infant Hearing Program.

 

Location: 
Newcastle Branch
Date: 
Repeats every 2 weeks every Thursday until Thu Aug 31 2023.
Thursday, June 1, 2023 - 10:00am to 6:00pm
Thursday, June 15, 2023 - 10:00am to 6:00pm
Thursday, June 29, 2023 - 10:00am to 6:00pm
Thursday, July 13, 2023 - 10:00am to 6:00pm
Thursday, July 27, 2023 - 10:00am to 6:00pm
Thursday, August 10, 2023 - 10:00am to 6:00pm
Thursday, August 24, 2023 - 10:00am to 6:00pm
Audience: 
Adult
Children

Outreach Community Hub (Newcastle)

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[Adult]

Newcastle Branch
First Monday of every month; April 3, May 1, June 5, July 3, August 14
1:00 to 3:00 p.m. or by appointment

Ontario Works Outreach Worker will be onsite to help connect community residents to a variety of social services supports and resources. Please visit the Outreach Community Hub page for more information about services offered and making an appointment.

Created in partnership with the Region of Durham, in association with the Healthy Communities initiative.

Location: 
Newcastle Branch
Date: 
Repeats every month on May, June, July on the first Monday until Thu Aug 31 2023. Also includes Mon Aug 14 2023.
Monday, May 1, 2023 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Monday, June 5, 2023 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Monday, July 3, 2023 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Monday, August 14, 2023 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Audience: 
Adult

Tax Clinic (Newcastle)

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[Adults]

Newcastle Branch
Sunday, April 2nd
1:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Drop in; no registration required. Space is limited to a first come, first served basis. No charge.

Get the tax help you need at a free tax clinic, hosted in partnership with Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP). Volunteers will provide personal tax preparation assistance for low-income individuals and their dependents for the 2022 tax year.

The clinic is available for individuals without dependents with a gross income of less than $35,000, or for families consisted of up to 2 individuals and their dependents with a gross income of less than:

  • 2 Persons - $45,000;
  • 3 Persons - $47,500;
  • 4 Persons - $50,000;
  • 5 Persons - $52,500;
  • More than 5 Persons - $52,500 plus $2,500 for each additional person.

For more information and a list of other free tax clinics, please visit Revenue Canada: www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/individuals/community-volunteer-income-tax-program.

Presented in partnership with the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP).

 

Location: 
Newcastle Branch
Date: 
Sunday, April 2, 2023 - 1:00pm to 5:00pm
Audience: 
Adult

Metrolinx Pop-Up

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[All Ages]

Newcastle Branch
Thursday, March 16th
1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Drop in; no registration required. No charge.

Stop by and say hello to the Metrolinx Durham Region Community Engagement Team at their pop-up information table to discuss ongoing and upcoming projects and initiatives by Metrolinx including the Bowmanville Extension project. They will be there to answer questions and take any comments or feedback.

Presented in partnership with Metrolinx.

Metrolinx is also visiting on March 14th at the Bowmanville and Courtice Branches.

Location: 
Newcastle Branch
Date: 
Thursday, March 16, 2023 - 1:00pm to 2:30pm
Audience: 
Adult
Youth

Tax Clinic (Newcastle)

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[Adults]

Newcastle Branch
Sunday, March 5
12:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Drop in; no registration required. Space is limited to a first come, first served basis. No charge.

Get the tax help you need at a free tax clinic, hosted in partnership with Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP). Volunteers will provide personal tax preparation assistance for low-income individuals and their dependents for the 2022 tax year.

The clinic is available for individuals without dependents with a gross income of less than $35,000, or for families consisted of up to 2 individuals and their dependents with a gross income of less than:

  • 2 Persons - $45,000;
  • 3 Persons - $47,500;
  • 4 Persons - $50,000;
  • 5 Persons - $52,500;
  • More than 5 Persons - $52,500 plus $2,500 for each additional person.

For more information and a list of other free tax clinics, please visit Revenue Canada: www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/individuals/community-volunteer-income-tax-program.

Presented in partnership with the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP).

Be sure to check out our other Tax Clinic in Newcastle on April 2, and in Courtice on March 5, 19, and 26!

 

Location: 
Newcastle Branch
Date: 
Sunday, March 5, 2023 - 12:30pm to 4:30pm
Audience: 
Adult

Explore LEGO (March Break, Newcastle, Gr 4-6)

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[Grades 4-6]

Newcastle Branch
Wednesday, March 15
1:30 to 2:30 p.m.

Drop in; no registration required. No charge.

Put your LEGO skills to the test! Choose a challenge card then have fun creating a LEGO masterpiece.

Please note that caregivers of children under the age of 10 must be present in the Library for the duration of the program.

 

See the full line up of March Break programs and activities!

 

Location: 
Newcastle Branch
Date: 
Wednesday, March 15, 2023 - 1:30pm to 2:30pm
Category: 
March Break
Audience: 
Children

Explore LEGO (March Break, Newcastle, Gr 1-3)

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[Grades 1-3]

Newcastle Branch
Wednesday, March 15
10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Drop in; no registration required. No charge.

Put your LEGO skills to the test! Choose a challenge card then have fun creating a LEGO masterpiece.

Please note that caregivers of children under the age of 10 must be present in the Library for the duration of the program.

 

See the full line up of March Break programs and activities!

 

Location: 
Newcastle Branch
Date: 
Wednesday, March 15, 2023 - 10:30am to 11:30am
Category: 
March Break
Audience: 
Children

Babysitting Course (Newcastle)

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[Ages 11 to 15]

Newcastle Branch
Saturday, May 6
10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Advanced registration required; space is limited. Register online, in person, or by phone. Cost $60.00 + non-refundable Eventbrite service fee; includes participant manual.
Caregivers and support staff for people with disabilities are admitted free of charge.

Recommended that attendees bring a lunch or snack.

This course teaches youth the fundamental skills they need to start their own babysitting service. A Red Cross certified instructor from React Right Safety Services teaches the class.

Topics include:

  • How to give appropriate care for infants, toddlers and school-aged children;
  • Dealing with basic First Aid emergencies;
  • How to recognize potential hazards;
  • What parents expect of a babysitter;
  • How to safely find customers; and
  • Rural babysitting.

Note: Bring a teddy bear to practice on!

Presented in partnership with React Right Safety Services.

Check out alternate sessions of the Babysitting Course!

Registration

You may register in person at any branch, by phoning Member Services at 905-623-7322 x2712, or online using the form below.

Please note the cost is $60.00 + non-refundable Eventbrite service fee.

If you experience any issues with the form, please contact Member Services. If the form does not appear correctly, the event may be fully registered. You can check back later to see if space has opened up, or try registering through our Eventbrite page directly.

 

 

 

Location: 
Newcastle Branch
Date: 
Saturday, May 6, 2023 - 10:30am to 4:30pm
Audience: 
Youth
Children

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