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Stratford Blood Donor Clinics
The next blood donor clinics in Stratford are coming up on: Monday, October 23rd 5pm to 8m Steinmann Mennonite Church 1316 Snyder's Road West Tuesday, October 24th 1pm to 7pm Christian Reformed Church 190 Athlone Crescent To book an appointment visit www.blood.ca or call 1-888-2-DONATE (1-888-236-6283)
Find out more »Whale of a Tale
Looking for ways to make learning to read a playful experience? Join us at Stratford Public Library on Monday evenings for interactive storytelling, songs, puppets, crafts, and play. Just show up and have a great time making new friends while learning new skills with Trish! Whale of a Tale is held every Monday from 6:30-7:15pm until Monday December 18th except Monday October 9th.
Find out more »Tech Tutors
Technology Tutors are available at SPL! Technology Tutors will be on the main floor of the library three times a week, available for drop-in help sessions, first come first served. Having trouble organizing your e-mails? Not sure where your privacy settings on Facebook are located? Our new Tech Tutors will be able to help, and it's free! Tech Tutors are available during the following times: Tuesday 10:30am - 12:30pm Wednesday 4pm - 6pm Saturday 10:30am - 12:30pm
Find out more »Zombie Hackathon
We dare you to turn the monsters of your nightmares into reality! Make your own Frankenstein monster by dismembering old toys and electronics and putting them back together again. Ages 10+
Find out more »Baby Steps
An hour long program for infants and caregivers. This program includes a play time before story time giving families a chance to socialize and interact with one another. Songs, stories, fingerplays, bounces and play! This free, drop-in program does not require registration. All you need to do is show up and enjoy the fun with your baby. Recommended for ages up to 20 months. Repeats every Wednesday from 10:15am to 11:15am until Wed Nov 22 2017.
Find out more »Parents and Tots
This is a free drop in program held in a large gymnasium that facilitates many opportunities for playing, talking and learning together. Public Library on Wheels (PLOW) will be there giving families a chance to join in the fun of playing, singing, reading and learning together. Library materials are available to take home to enjoy! PLOW Location: Avon Mennonite Church, 90 Greenwood Drive, Stratford
Find out more »Minds in Motion (R)
Minds in Motion® combines physical activity and mental stimulation in a community based setting. The program runs once a week for 2 hours over an 8 week period. Persons in the early to middle stages of Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias are invited to participate with their care partners. The cost to participate is $20 per participant per 8 week session. Preregistration is required. Please contact Pamela Balfour at 519-271-1910 ext 27
Find out more »Story Starters
This exciting early literacy program features early learning centres with activities to help children familiarize themselves with stories through play, talking, singing, listening and reading. Ages 20 months and up. Free drop in program, no registration required! Thursday mornings from 10:30-11:30am until Thursday November 23rd.
Find out more »2017 Women of the Year Awards
It's a Celebration and you are invited to the 19th Women of the Year Awards and the 100th Anniversary for Women's right to vote. Maureen McTeer, change agent, bestselling author, women’s health advocate – is our 2017 Women of the Year Keynote Speaker. Music by Pam Gerrand and friends will open the evening. Please visit our web site for more information on nomination forms and tickets. Tickets are $40.00 each. Reserve a table of 8 online only. www.optimismplace.com or call…
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