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Stop by the Iroquois Ridge Creation Zone every other Wednesday* for a fun and interactive Open Studio session!

Every Other Wednesday*
6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Iroquois Ridge, Creation Zone
Cost: Free/Drop-in
Ages: All Ages

Literacy South Halton offers a variety of part-time Literacy and Basic Skills programs for adults aged 19+ who require upgrading in reading, writing, math and workplace computer skills.

Help is provided to adults to build the essential literacy skills needed to communicate and connect at home, at work, and in the community.  Set up a free appointment if you are looking to increase your job opportunities, go back to school, attend a training program, or increase your independence.

Starting Sunday, March 17
Woodside Branch
Cost:  Free/By Appointment
Age:  19Y+

Please call 905-631-1770 to book an appointment or email info@literacycouncil.ca for more information.

Services are confidential & flexible.

Bring your tablet, smartphone, or laptop and receive help with basic computer skills. We can assist with email, sharing photos, messaging, Microsoft Word, downloading library apps, and more.

• Tuesday, March 19
  6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
  Iroquois Ridge Branch, Creation Zone

• Monday, March 25
  4 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
  Central Branch, Auditorium

• Monday, April 29
  4 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
  Central Branch, Auditorium

• Tuesday, May 14
  2 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
  Woodside Branch

• Monday, May 27
  4 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
  Central Branch, Auditorium

• Tuesday, June 11
  3:30 p.m. – 5 p.m.
  Woodside Branch

• Monday, June 24
  4 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
  Central Branch, Auditorium

• Monday, July 8
  6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
  Iroquois Ridge Branch, Creation Zone

• Friday, July 26
  10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
  Woodside Branch

• Monday, July 29
  4 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
  Central Branch, Auditorium

• Tuesday, August 13
  6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
  Iroquois Ridge Branch, Creation Zone

• Thursday, August 22
  5 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
  Woodside Branch

• Monday, August 26
  4 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
  Central Branch, Auditorium

Cost: Free
Age: 18Y+

Bring your needles & yarn to this social knitting and crochet drop-in.

• Every Friday from March 22 – June 28
  10:30 a.m. – 12 noon
  Woodside Branch
• Every Wednesday from April 3 – August 28
  6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
  Central Branch

Free/Drop-in
Age : 12Y+

Join us for FREE Adult Board Games. Meet up at Central Branch every second and fourth Thursday of the month.

Thursday, March 28
5:30 p.m.- 8:30 p.m.
Central Branch, Auditorium
Cost: Free/ Drop-in
Age: All Ages

Occurs Mar 28, Apr 11 and 25, May 9 and 23, Jun 13 and 27, Jul 11 and 25, Aug 8 and 22

This session will help you learn about new regulations and forms for Canadian citizenship. Find out about the documents you will need and how to check the status of your application online. Get valuable tips on preparing for the citizenship test.

• Tuesday, April 2

• Tuesday, May 7

• Tuesday, June 4

• Tuesday, July 2

• Tuesday, August 6

5 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Cost: Free
Age: 18Y+

To register call HMC at 905-464-3222

Do you use social media or shop online? Are you concerned or unsure about the privacy and security aspects of the online landscape? Come to this session to learn advice and best practices to keep your identity and information safe, while still enjoying all the internet has to offer.

• Tuesday, April 2
  7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
  Central Branch, Auditorium
  Course Code: 245167
• Thursday, July 11
  2 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
  Woodside Branch
  Course Code: 245241

Cost: Free
Age: 16Y+

Have you read a book that you can’t stop talking about? A good book can pique your interest, provoke your curiosity, captivate and enthrall you, or it can make you laugh out loud. Drop in to this monthly book chat for an opportunity to discuss a book that has captured your imagination or get inspired with suggestions for your next great read.

• Wednesday, April 3
  2 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
  Woodside Branch
• Saturday, April 6
  10:30 a.m. – 12 noon
  White Oaks Branch

Cost: Free/5 classes
Age: 18Y+

Learn about new Canadian immigration policies and regulations. Topics include: general guidelines for Permanent Resident application, PR Card renewal, and general guidelines for Canadian Citizenship application, questions, and answers. Conducted in Mandarin.

• Wednesday, April 3

• Wednesday, August 7

10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Iroquois Ridge Branch
Cost: Free
Age: 18Y+

To register call Halton Multicultural Council Connections at 905-842-2486 ext. 257 or email jchen@hmcconnections.com

This is your chance to take up writing in a warm, supportive environment.  This course will open the doors to all kinds of creative writing.  We’ll visit short story and children’s writing, writing in first and third person, and writing just for fun.  You’ll get a shot of inspiration every week and an assignment to keep you going until the next class.  Best of all, this class will provide a zero pressure, totally safe setting, where your words will grow and flower.

Tuesday July 2
1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Woodside Branch

Cost:  $189/7 classes
Age:  14Y+

To reserve your spot, email brianhenry@sympatico.ca.  No email?  Call Ashley at 905-815-2042 ext. 5338.

Learn the basics of Microsoft Excel with the various resources available to you through Lynda.com in this hands-on workshop.

Monday August 19
1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Woodside Branch

Cost:  Free/1 class
Age:  16Y+
Course Code:  245247

Please bring you own laptop.

Join vinyl enthusiast and local record store owner John Anczurowski from PCV Records to learn and share about purchasing, selling, collecting and listening to vinyl.  There will also be an opportunity to learn about or improve your turntable set-up.

Saturday April 6
2:30-3:30pm
White Oaks Branch
Age: All Ages

Please register by emailing oplprograms@oakville.ca

Did you know the library has downloadable movies, music and more? We also have databases with health, business and consumer information. Make the most of your free library card by joining us for this hands-on session.

• Friday, March 29
  2 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
  White Oaks Branch
  Course Code: 245229
• Tuesday, June 4**
  7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
  Central Branch, Auditorium 
  Course Code: 245230
• Friday, July 5
  2 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
  Woodside Branch
  Course Code: 245251
• Thursday, August 15
  7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
  Central Branch, Auditorium
  Course Code: 245252
• Friday, August 23
  2 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
  White Oaks Branch
  Course Code: 245250

Cost: Free/1 class

Age: 16Y+

**Program Cancelled

July 20, 2019 marks the 50th anniversary of the moon landing. In 1969, Neil Armstrong became the first person to walk on the moon, declaring in his now famous words, “That’s one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind.” The Apollo space mission inspired a nation, and amazed the world. Children are encouraged to come dressed as an astronaut or an alien!

Saturday, July 20
2-4 pm
Iroquois Ridge Branch, Creation Zone
Cost: Free
All Ages