April Poetry Contest 2024
Submit your original works of poetry for a chance to win!
Theme: Growth
Categories: Adult (ages 18+), Senior (Gr. 11-12), Intermediate (Gr. 7-10), Junior (Gr 4-6) and Primary (K-Gr.3)
Prizes per category: 1st place $50, 2nd place $35, 3rd place $20
Contest ends April 30th. Submissions accepted in person at all library branches or online.
Click here for full contest rules, the entry form and to submit your poem.
Hagersville Branch: Tuesday, May 14 at 10:30a.m.
Visit the Hagersville Library Branch where a Service Canada representative will provide information on benefits and services available for indigenous peoples of all ages.
Some of the topics covered will include;
The Hope for Wellness Hotline
Dunnville Branch: Friday, June 7th at 11a.m.
A Service Canada and CRA representative will provide information about Maternity and Parental Leave, Family Caregiving Benefits and Leave, dental coverage, Education Savings programs, Canada Pension Plan Survivor, and Children’s Benefits. You will also lean about the CRA’s tax benefits and credits like the Canada Child Benefit, GST/HST Credit, and the Canada Workers Benefit.
**Special Note: Storytime will be held at the Dunnville library at the same time as this presentation. If you would like to attend this information session without your children, children 3 years of age and up can be registered ahead of time to attend the Storytime session. There is no cost for the Service Canada information session however there is a $1.00 per child cost for Storytime.
Pre-registration is recommended but drop-ins will be welcome. To register call the library hosting the session at 289-674-0400. For more information, visit Canada.ca or call 1-800-O-Canada
One Book One Haldimand is an annual, community-wide reading program which encourages individuals across Haldimand County to read a selected Canadian title and join the author and other community members for an evening of exciting discussion.
The 2024 One Book One Haldimand title is Free, Fly, Flown by Janet Hepburn
Lillian and Audrey hatch a plot to escape from Tranquil Meadows Nursing Home, “borrow” a car, and spend their hastily planned vacation time driving to destinations west. They set out on their journey having forgotten that their memory problems might make driving and following directions difficult. Then they meet up with the unsuspecting Rayne, a young man also heading west in hope of reconciling with his family. Without minimizing the realities of old age, dementia, and frailty, Lillian and Audrey’s story is rich with laughter, adventure, and hope. – Back Cover
Copies of this book (electronic and hardcopy) can be placed on hold now. Visit the library catalogue to reserve your copy today.
Watch our website, social media and in-library for announcements related to the upcoming author visit (slated for fall 2024).
Our seed library is a collection of different seeds, for flowers, herbs, vegetables and more, that both amateur and experienced gardeners alike can “borrow” to take home, grow and enjoy. At the end of the growing season, participants are encouraged to save some seeds from their plants and donate them to the library for others to grow. All for free.
You can borrow seeds from the Dunnville, Hagersville and Jarvis Library while supplies last. Seed donations are accepted at all branches throughout the year. We hope to expand this program at it grows!
More information about the seed library in general: Seed Library Information (Trifold Brochure)
More information about how to save and donate seeds: How to Donate Seeds (Bifold Brochure)
Presented by Mohawk College, free LINC English classes are available to eligible newcomers.
Classes are delivered in-person at:
Caledonia Branch: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-9p.m.
Hagersville Branch: Wednesdays from 5-8p.m. and Saturdays from 10a.m.-1p.m.
Register online here: https://www.mohawkcollege.ca/form/linchaldimand
For questions, email: LearnEnglish@mohawkcollege.ca
Join us for engaging monthly craft programs designed specifically for adults. Crafternoons are a fun mix of crafting and socializing with a different craft each month. Each session costs $2.00 and pre-registration is required. All supplies are provided, unless otherwise noted. Call or visit a branch hosting the program to register.
February: Love Monsters
Give your loved ones or yourself something to smile about with these cute and loveable monsters.
Jarvis – **Thurs. Feb 15th at 1 pm
Caledonia – Tues. Feb 20th at 1 pm
Hagersville – Wed. Feb 21st at 1 pm
Dunnville – Thurs. Feb 22nd at 1 pm
Cayuga – Fri. Feb 23rd at 1 pm
** Please note change of day
March – Easter Bunny Mason Jars
Perfect way to keep your Easter goodies safe. Give as a gift or keep for yourself.
Jarvis – Mon. March 18th at 1 pm
Caledonia – Tue. March 19th at 1 pm
Hagersville – Wed. March 20th at 1 pm
Dunnville – Thurs. March 21st at 1 pm
Cayuga – Fri. March 22nd at 1 pm
April: Nautical Wreath
All Aboard! This summer wreath is perfect for your home, bathroom or cottage.
Jarvis – Mon. April 22nd at 1 pm
Caledonia – Tue. April 23rd at 1 pm
Hagersville – Wed. April 24th at 1 pm
Dunnville – Thurs. April 25th at 1 pm
Cayuga – Fri. April 26th at 1 pm
No sessions in May
June: Gnome Wreath
What is more welcoming than a Gnome on your door?
Jarvis – Mon. June 17th at 1 pm
Caledonia – Tues. June 18th at 1 pm
Hagersville – Wed. June 19th at 1 pm
Dunnville – Thurs. June 20th at 1 pm
Cayuga – Fri. June 21st at 1 pm
Knitting Clubs are back with no registration and no restrictions at the Caledonia, Dunnville and Jarvis branches. Join fellow yarn crafters of all experience levels! Please bring your own supplies.
Scrabble Club
Wordsmiths unite in weekly games of scrabble!
Hagersville: Tuesdays @ 1:30p.m.
Contact the Hagersville branch for more information.
Borrow day passes for Ontario Parks and Grand River Parks with your library card. These park passes provide access to parks and trails. Day passes do not allow access to campsites. Each pass will be lent out for 7 days.
Click here for more information.
This program has ended for the summer but will begin again in September 2023.
Youth currently attending high school are eligible to earn community volunteer hours through the Library’s innovative Teen Reviewers program. From the comfort of your own home, you will have the opportunity to read, watch, or listen to library materials and compose a written review for library promotional uses. Each title review earns you two community volunteer hours.
For details and enrolment information, please visit our Teen Reviewers page.
Selkirk Branch
Last Saturday of the Month (except December), 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Looking for that elusive ancestor? Want to learn more about which family history databases can assist you in your research? Join the Roots to Branches Club, a group of enthusiastic genealogists who cooperate on research projects and learn from an experienced library staff member about little-known databases and research tips, which aid in digging for one’s roots. Participants will explore and practice various research techniques and, together, work in an environment where the collective knowledge and experience of group members helps everyone to jump over the research hurdles that inevitably appear in all of our family trees.
Meetings begin with a short discussion on, and demonstration of, a research tip, technique or database. Time is then devoted to discussing general questions or research challenges. Newcomers to the hobby will have the opportunity to draw on the knowledge of more experienced genealogists.
If you own a laptop computer, you are encouraged to bring it with you to Club sessions and utilize the Library’s in-house subscription to Ancestry.com, Library Edition. We also suggest bringing a USB flash drive / memory stick on which to save any documents or information you discover, for later perusal and use at home.
Saturday, November 25 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
2024 Dates:
Saturday January 27th 10:30am to 11:30am
Saturday February 24th 10:30am to 11:30am
Saturday March 23rd 10:30am to 11:30am
Saturday April 27th 10:30am to 11:30am
Saturday May 25th 10:30am to 11:30am
Saturday June 29th 10:30am to 11:30am
Saturday July 27th 10:30am to 11:30am
Saturday August 31st 10:30am to 11:30am
Saturday September 28th 10:30am to 11:30am
Saturday October 26th 10:30am to 11:30am
Saturday November 30th 10:30am to 11:30am
Haldimand County Public Library is a registered non-profit charity. You can make a difference in the community by making a financial donation to the Library. Donation assist us to expanding collections as well as improving our programs and services.
Donations can be made in person by cash or cheque. Please inform staff if you would like the donation to go towards a specific branch, collection or service. Tax receipts are available upon request.
Donations can also be made online by visiting https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/haldimand-county-public-library-board/. If you would like your donation to go towards a specific branch, collection or service please specify in the “Send a message to this charity” field. Tax receipts are automatically generated by canadahelps.org.
If you have any questions about making a donation, including leaving a legacy, please email us at library@haldimandcounty.on.ca. Thank-you to all of our generous donors!
