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Events CalendarHOW MANY SEEDSARE IN THE PUMPKINC O N T E S TBeginning October 8 to 23rd,all three branches will have apumpkin for you to guess theamount of seeds. The closestwithout going over will win a childfriendly prize. To enter our contest, visit one of ourbranches or visit our Instagram and Facebookpages as photos of each pumpkin will be postedthere. Enter your guess in the comments.October - December 2024 Editionhttps://otosoumon.library.on.ca@osmpubliclibrarylibraryosmplYou can pick this craft kit up at any branchof OSM Public Library while supplies last Oct. 8.The craft kit includes a reading list, instructions,colouring page and craft.  October 27 12:30 - 4:30 p.m. Keene Public Library Ages 7-12Library Clerk RoxanneEnjoy an afternoon playing our specially designedMinecraft world where ghosts, goblins, creepers, skeletonsand monsters roam. Minecrafters we expect you to comedressed in your most spookiest costume. Owen theMinecraft Gatekeeper will be waiting... There are limitedspaces so register early.To register for programs, visit our events calendar on our website.Join us on PA Day Friday,for a Spooky Hallowe'enFrank'en Weenie YourPumpkin experience.Decorate your pumpkin withmarkers, paints andmaterials to Frank'enWeenie your pumpkin for achance to win a prize!OSMPL would like to introduce our newest LibraryClerk Roxanne.Roxanne has lived in the Stewart Hallcommunity for 25 years. She has raised twowonderful daughters and have three adorable & amazinggrandchildren.She retired from a career in the civil service during Covidand wanted to find meaningful and pleasant part-timework. When an opening for Library Clerk at the StewartHall & Bailieboro branches became available, Roxannejumped at the opportunity to fill that meaningful andpleasant part-time work she was looking for. "I get to servemy neighbours, and community in the best way possible. Ialso get to share my love of reading with others and helppatrons find the books they are looking for. I love the kidswho come in weekly with their parents or caregivers to gettheir refreshed stash of books."Along with informing patrons about all the wonderfulbenefits of OSMPL membership, such as access toprovincial portion passes, interlibrary loans, or Libby—hernewest favourite pastime—audio books, Roxanne alsoenjoys learning about the genres that the library's patronsare reading."The staff of OSMPL she adds are also passionate abouttheir jobs and that shows in how they treat their patronsand new staff like me...who wouldn't love working here?"October is Fire Prevention MonthBe sure to pick up our “Fire SafetyTips From Firefighter Pete” kit akaPete the Cat at all branches whilesupplies last. The kit includescolouring pages, crayons, Pete theCat stickers and helpful tips forkids.October 20-26 is Ontario Public Library WeekHighlights the valuable role libraries, librarians, & libraryworkers play in transforming lives & strengthening ourcommunities.  At OSMPL we strive to be..."The heartbeat of your community."

Computer, device etc. assistance isavailable. We can assist with device, computerset-up and installations, there is a fee of $10per hour. Please call us to make anappointment. technologyA s s i s t a n c eSanta’s little helpers pop up in the strangest places. Set upyour Elf in creative situations, snap a photo and email it to:info@osmpl.ca You can enter your Elf on the shelf under oneof these categories: 1. The most humorous Elf. 2. The mostwicked Elf. 3. The most helpful Elf. All entries will be posted onOSMPL’s social media platforms.Photo contest starts Dec. 2 - 17. Judging to be held Dec. 18.Prizes are child friendly.https://otosoumon.library.on.ca@osmpubliclibrarylibraryosmplOctober - December 2024 EditionHey, jigsaw puzzlelovers we are hostinganother jigsaw puzzle competition. All thedetails are listed on ourwebsite under programstab.Voting Starts Oct. 17- 31Pumpkins will be displayed at allbranches and on our social mediaplatforms. There are 3 categories tovote on. 1. The most spookiest. 2. Themost creative.3. The most cutest. One-to-one lessons can be scheduled but mustbe arranged beforehand with instructor. Pleasecall your branch to book your time with Melissa.tech_support@osmpl.ca Per instruction is $10. To register, visit our events calendar on our website.Christmas Card Workshop Using the CricutFriday Nov. 22, 5:30-8 pm, Keene LibraryJoin us for a beginner Christmas card workshop.Participants will have the opportunity to exploreCricut Design Space and choose templates tocreate some of their own Christmas cards. Thisworkshop is geared to those just learning aboutthe Cricut machine and what it can do. Limitspaces available. Registration is required.Christmas Tag Workshop Using the CricutJoin us for a beginner Christmas tag workshop.Participants will have the opportunity to use theCricut to cut and create their own Christmasgift tags using templates provided by CricutDesign Space. This workshop is geared to thosejust learning about the Cricut machine andwhat it can do. Limit spaces available.Registration is required.You can vote either at a branch or on our FB & Instagram pages.The winning pumpkins with the most votes in each category willbe announced, and the staff members will win a prize.Saturday Nov. 30, 10-12:30 pm, Keene LibraryBest Elf on the Shelf Photo CompetitionHats & Mitts for KidsFrom now until Sat. Dec. 21 OSMPL, is accepting donatedhats & mitts for North Shore Public School students. Drop offyour donation(s) at any branch.Snowman Tea Light Ornament Take Home KitYou can pick this craft kit up at any branch of OSM Public Library while supplies last Dec. 5. Thecraft kit includes a reading list, instructions, colouringpage and craft. Read Along with ElfiePicture Book Reading Program Share the love of reading with your childand enjoy the surprise of reading a different bookevery night leading up to Christmas delivered by“Elfie” our Library Elf.Call your branch to reserve your “Elfie Book Bag”(includes a selection of 6 picture books with aChristmas & winter theme, in a canvas bag with an“Elfie”) to share with your child each night leadingup to Christmas while quantities last. Elfie BookBag pick available December 9-14. Book bag andElfie is yours to keep, books due back Jan. 2, 2025

@ yourlibraryWhat's New in the the Collection ? Death at the sign of the rock, Kate Atkinson Lies he told me, James PattersonQueen of the mist, Caroline CauchiEye for an eye, Jeffery ArcherBlack ice, Thomas KingBad liar, Tami HoagThe last secret, Maia CaronThe Briar club, Kate QuinnThe Hitchcock hotel, Stephannie WrobelThe black loch, Peter MayThe banned books club, Brenda NovakThe Heaven & Earth grocery store, James McBridehttps://otosoumon.library.on.ca@osmpubliclibrarylibraryosmplOctober - December 2024 EditionHelp from our FriendsThank you to Kawartha Credit Union, SKH Events &Catering Co. Keene Lions Club, Walmart Canadaand Canada Revenue Service (Income Tax Clinic)for your generous support, we really appreciate it.Adult FictionAdult Non FictionAt a loss for words : conversation in the age of rage, Carol OffBattle of Britain : Canadian airmen in their finest hour, Ted BarrisThe backyard beekeeper : an absolute beginner's guide tokeeping bees in your yard and garden, KIm FlottumDigital dharma : how AI can elevate spiritual intelligence andpersonal well-being, Deepak ChopraThe golden rules of positive puppy training : everything you needto know for your puppy's first year, Jean CuvelierThe Peter Robinson experiment, Cooper M. EnglishSomething lost, something gained : reflections on life, love, andliberty, Hillary Rodham ClintonThe third Gilmore girl : a memoir, Kelley BishopYoung Adult FictionHouse of roots and ruin: sisters of the salt, Erin A. CraigA season of sinister dreams, Tracy E. BanghartSomewhere beyond the sea, TJ KluneThe dark fable, Katherine HarbourBad like us, Gabriella LeporeThe bad ones, Melissa AlbertDeath at Morning House, Maureen JohnsonJuvenile FictionKristy and the walking disaster : The Baby-sitters Club, Ellen CrenshawNorthwind, Gary PaulsenBeware the Nameless : Star Wars: the High Republic, Zoraida CordovaMinecraft: zombies, Nick EliopulosThe curse of Eelgrass Bog, Mary AverlingLibby is used by millions of librarypatrons all over the world to enjoyebooks, magazines, & audiobooksfrom their public libraries.Has thousands of award-winning art &craft video classes taught by recognizeddesign experts and artists.Stream hit movies and series onany device, ad-free. All you needis a library card.Visit our Digital Resources page and click.Children’s Picture BooksHonk honk, beep beep, putter putt! Rukhsan KhanHockey stories : I can read 2, Meg BraithwaitePumpkin day at the zoo, Susan MeissnerLittle Red, autumn on the farm, Will HillenbrandPeppa's big feelings, Lori FroebThe snow thief: a squirrel & bird book, Alice HemmingCranky, Pete OswaldGrumpy Monkey play all day, Suzanne LangIs a ground-breakingdatabase... one-stop self-help resource and fullyinteractive online communitycenter for teen health andwellness.

Tech Surveyhttps://otosoumon.library.on.ca@osmpubliclibrarylibraryosmpl Gayle Nelson Keene Library 3252 County Road 2, Keene, ON705-295-6814 info@osmpl.ca Bailieboro Library Hwy. #28, Bailieboro, ON705-939-6510info@osmpl.ca Stewart Hall Library 1490 Matchett Line/Wallace Point Rd.705-749-5642info@osmpl.caOctober - December 2024 Edition Seasonal Reads Please help us, help you! Please take a moment to go through our technologysurvey. This survey is to help us determine whatworkshops you have liked in the past, and new onesyou are hoping to see in the future. Thank you foryour time and feedback. You can access our surveythrough our website, on Facebook. Survey LinkWe have Novelist integrated within our cataloguesystem as well as on our Digital Resources webpage to assist you with finding that perfect read.Check Novelist out!October is Dyslexia Awareness MonthWhat is Dyslexia? Dyslexia is a neurologically-basedcondition that affects word-level reading accuracy,reading fluency, and spelling. It is often described asan unexpected difficulty in learning to read. Forfurther information please visit www.idaontario.com .OSMPL has decodeable books for children andjuvenile along with resources for parents to helpthem understand what dyslexia is.Amelia Fang and the barbaricball, Laura Ellen AndersonFrankie D, vegan vampire, Sally DutraGoosebumps most wanted: thehunter #4, R.L. StineThanksgiving thief:Nancy Drew andthe Clue Crew,Carolyn KeeneThe crayons givethanks, Drew Dayalt Greymist Fair,Francesca ZappiaFive Nights atFreddy’s, AndreaWaggenerA bold pumpkinplan, Katy HudsonArchie JumboComicsElves are theworst! Alex WillanComing Home toStarr’s Fall, KateHewittThe Raven, EdgarAllan PoeFright nightchocolate delight,Addison MooreFrankenstein, MaryShelleySanta’s Secret, FernMichaelsThe ChristmasInn, PamelaKelleyThe darkest night:22 wintry horrorstoriesA season forsecond chancesJenny Bayliss, A city full ofSantas, JoannaHoMasters of theair, Roger GunnVimy, Ted Barris

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