What's Happening February

The Library is CLOSED on Monday, February 19 for Family Day.

Limited entry without registration may be available at the door. It's not guaranteed,

but you may be lucky!

Interested in leading epic Dungeons and Dragons adventures but aren't sure how to start? Join us for Dungeon Master's Workshop, where an experienced DM will teach you tips and tricks of being a Dungeon Master! Perfect for creative writers and tabletop gamers, you'll learn how to unleash your storytelling skills and embark on epic campaigns.

Are you an ALE (Adult Lego Enthusiast)? Or would you like to rekindle that childhood Lego creativity? Join us at Railway City Brewery for a night of Lego and Lagers! We will supply the Lego so you can build and tinker while sipping some delicious craft brews. Feel free to bring along your own Lego creations or sets, whether it's for showcasing, using, donating, or trading with fellow Lego enthusiasts.

Thursday, February 15

6:30 - 8 p.m.

Carnegie Room, Lower Level

No Registration Required

Join us for this incredible movie honoring Black History Month. Discover the true story of John Ware and what his legacy signifies for anti-Black racism, both in the past and today.

Everything I Learned, I Learned in a Chinese Restaurant by Curtis Chin

Tuesday, February 6

10 - 11:30 a.m.

Carnegie Room, Lower Level

No Registration Required

Join our monthly book club to discuss unique books with others! St. Thomas Public Library Book Club is open to everyone and we embrace diverse opinions. Even if you don’t like a book or don’t finish it, join us ready to discuss and share! Please contact the library to access a copy of the book.

March's Book: "Cold" by Drew Hayden Taylor

Monday, February 5, 12, 26

6:30 - 8 p.m.

West End, Main Level

No Registration Required

Open Chess Night is a drop-in evening of chess, open to players of all ages and skill levels. We'll have plenty of boards and pieces for everyone to use. Mondays all winter long!

Wednesday, February 7

7 - 8 p.m.

West End, Main Level

Register Here!

Get ready for a night of brain-teasing fun at Trivia Night! Join us for an evening of laughter and friendly competition. Whether you come alone or bring a team, you’re sure to have a blast and make new friends.

Saturday, February 10

2 - 3 p.m.

West End, Main Level

No Registration Required

More puzzles than storage space? You're in luck! We're hosting another Puzzle Exchange! Bring in your puzzles and find some new (to you) ones to work on! If you don't have a puzzle to bring, come anyway. You might just be in luck if we have extras!

Friday, February 16

2 - 3:30 p.m.

Board Room, Upper Level

Register Here!

Discover the secrets of your ancestry as staff guide you through the basics of learning AncestryLibrary.ca and help you unlock the stories of your family's history.

Thursday, February 22

6:30 - 8 p.m.

Ingram Room, Lower Level

No Registration Required

Discover the secrets of online dating! Learn how to create an attractive dating profile that reflects your true self. Plus, we'll cover tips to keep you safe from scammers. Connect with others on the same journey, exchange thoughts, and learn from each other in a friendly and secure setting.

Friday, February 23

3 - 4 p.m.

West End, Main Level

No Registration Required

Join us for Plant Talks, where you can get all of your planting and seed-related questions answered, and learn more about the seed library!

Thursday, February 1, 15, 29

3 - 4 p.m.

Board Room, Upper Level

No Registration Required

Tech Talk is your chance to ask all your burning questions and learn new things! Whether you have questions about the internet, social media, or your devices, we're here for you! Join us in the Maker Lab on the Lower Level.

Tuesday, February 13 & 27

9 - 10 a.m.

Elevated Park, 1 Centre Street

No Registration Required

Seniors! Are you looking to get outside and meet new friends? Walk & Talk meets twice a month at the Elevated Park (1 Centre Street) by the Little Free Library! Let's move our minds and bodies together! We will meet at the walking track at Joe Thornton Centre if it is raining or icy.

Monday, February 12

2 - 3 p.m.

Ingram Room, Lower Level

Register Here!

Looking for a fun and social way to spend an afternoon? Join us for Crafternoon! Supplies will be provided. In February we're making No Sew Rope Bowls.

Wednesday, February 7, 14, 21, 28

9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Rotary Lounge, Main Level

No Registration Required

Crafters' Circle is a time for you to meet, work on your crafts, and share each other's company! Bring your latest crafting project and work on it in our space.

Saturday, February 24

2 - 3 p.m.

Ingram Room, Lower Level

Register Here!

Can't make our Crafternoon program during the week? Join us for Saturday Craft! Staff will guide you through a project - supplies will be provided! In February we are making coffee filter peonies.

Wednesday, February 7

6:30 - 8 p.m.

Ingram Room, Lower Level

Register Here!

The Maker Lab has three machines that can work magic with vinyl! They can cut shapes for stickers, labels, and heat transfer to fabrics. In this program, you'll learn about each machine, then you will have a chance to produce a vinyl heart-themed item to recognize National Heart Month or Valentine's Day!

Wednesday, February 21

6:30 - 8 p.m.

Ingram Room, Lower Level

Register Here!

Create a vibrant gradient landscape art piece using Inkscape! You'll learn how to use Inkscape, a free, open-source graphic design software, to create art that can be printed at the library and displayed in your home.

Tuesday, February 28

10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Maker Lab, Lower Level

Register Here!

Unlock the magic of Inkscape and take your Cricut crafting to the next level! Join this program to discover how to create high-quality cut fines, convert JPEG or PNG images into multi-coloured SVG files so you can use different coloured vinyl for your design, and draw your own custom designs for cutting. Knowledge of Cricut Design Space is required!

Wednesday, February 28

6:30 - 8 p.m.

Ingram Room, Lower Level

Register Here!

Learn the basics of Blender! Blender is a free open-source software used to create 3D computer graphics and animation. Users can create, model, render, and animate objects in a virtual 3D environment. Join us to learn the basic tools and how to navigate the Blender user interface. Basic computer skills required!

Wednesday, February 7

4 - 5 p.m.

Carnegie Room, Lower Level

Apply for Teen Advisory Board here!

Our Teen Advisory Board (TAB) is a group of teens in grades 9 - 12 who meet once a month to plan and promote exciting programs, talk about ways to make the library a more inclusive space for all teens, and discuss books, movies, music, and more! It’s a great way to have your voice heard, make friends, and earn volunteer hours.

Monday, February 12

7 - 8 p.m.

Ingram Room, Lower Level

No Registration Required

Gather at the library for book discussions and snacks! Connect with fellow readers, share your thoughts, and enjoy some treats. It's a fun way to discover new books, talk about your favourites, and make friends.

Teens! Come out for a night of writerly entertainment. Join us in the creative process, share some of your work (if you want to), hang out with other teen writers.

Wednesday, February 21

4 - 5 p.m.

Ingram Room, Lower Level

No Registration Required

Teens - join us and use our supplies to create art. Whether it's a masterpiece to take home with you, or just some art to help de-stress, come out and get creative, express yourself, and get as messy as you want in our space.

Saturday, February 3

2 - 3 p.m.

Ingram Room, Lower Level

Register Here!

Tween Time is a chance for tweens to meet other tweens in the community, explore what the library has to offer, and do a fun activity! Join us in February to make a duct tape journal!

Monday, February 5

6:30 - 8 p.m.

Ingram Room, Lower Level

Register Here!

Rooks for Rookies is a chance for 8 - 12 year olds to hang out and learn about the game of chess! We will play using unique chess sets.

Thursday, February 15

6:30 - 7:45 p.m.

Ingram Room, Lower Level

Register Here!

Passionate about writing? We create stories and illustrations in many forms including mini books, comic strips, newspapers, and zines. Want to experiment in many genres? YWC is for you!

Do you have a little one who requires a gentler setting for storytime? Join us for Quiet Corner Storytime, a sensory storytime that focuses on supporting children on the spectrum and those who have sensory processing challenges. Registration includes all four sessions of the program.

We are thrilled to offer LinkedIn Learning to our community! LinkedIn Learning is an award-winning industry leader in online training, with a digital library of over 16,000 courses covering a wide range of technical, business, software and creative topics. It’s accessible 24/7 from your desktop computer or mobile device. Learn at your own pace, create a learning plan, and upgrade your career skills or pursue personal interests!

St. Thomas Public Library now offers Creativebug – your gateway to endless creativity! With Creativebug, you can explore thousands of videos, from daily practices to live classes, covering painting, illustration, knitting, crochet, sewing, home decor, recipes, and more. ⁠

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Best part? It's FREE for library cardholders! Use your library card and PIN to create your account. Get started on your creative journey!

The next St. Thomas Public Library Board Meeting is on Wednesday, February 14 at 5 p.m.

For more information on our Board and scheduled meetings, see our website here.

St. Thomas Public Library is committed to providing accessible programs to our community. If you require an accommodation to attend a program, please speak with a staff member, call 519-631-6050, or email info@stthomaspubliclibrary.ca!

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Location: 153 Curtis Street, St. Thomas, ON, Canada
Phone: 519-631-6050