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FALL &
  WINTER
2019 – 2020

Programs and Events
for adults, children and teens

Find out about the
Furry Paws Reading
Club on page 17.

    5851 Cavendish Blvd., Côte Saint-Luc, QC   514-485-6900 csllibrary.org
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How to register or buy tickets to programs
At the library                                   By phone
Register for any program or buy tickets by       Register for any free program by phone
visiting the library’s main circulation desk.    at 514-485-6900. (All paid programs require
                                                 in-person registration.)

     Eleanor London Côte Saint-Luc Public Library
     5851 Cavendish Blvd.
     Côte Saint-Luc, QC H4W 2X8
                                                 Open 10 am to 10 pm Saturday to Thursday
c 514-485-6900                                   and 10 am to 6 pm Friday
m reference@cotesaintluc.org                     *Holiday hours are 12 pm to 5 pm

Library Programs Policies
Use of photographs taken                         Refunds
during activities                                Tickets for concerts and lectures are non-
Library staff often take photographs during      refundable. Registrants for classes may ask
programs and activities for future promo-        for a refund up to the day before the class
tional purposes. The library reserves the        begins, providing there are exceptional cir-
right to use and disseminate any photo-          cumstances. A 20% service charge is appli-
graphs taken during these programs and           cable to all refunds. Refunds are no longer
activities without any notice or compen-         available once the class begins. If you are
sation payable to those in the photo and         uncertain about something, please contact
through whatever means Côte Saint-Luc            us before you register.
chooses to use.

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                                                                  The CSL Library—a place for everyone

                             Over the past five decades, the Côte Saint-Luc Public Library has gained a well-deserved reputa-
                             tion as one of the finest in Quebec. It all began on the second floor of the Côte Saint-Luc Shop-
                             ping Centre in 1966 under the leadership of the late Eleanor London. Today, the library is in a
                             spacious location adjacent to City Hall, where Library Director Janine West oversees a talented
                             staff. Over the years, the library has evolved beyond just a place to take out books. Students in
                             the community come here to study in groups. There are computers to use, DVDs, CDs and books
                             including eBooks to borrow, and a wide array of newspapers and magazines to read in print or
                             online. The library offers engaging programming for all ages, including theatre, concerts, book
                             clubs, lectures, movies, art exhibits and more. The library’s new CreateSpace was launched in
                             2018, which is an intergenerational space where library members have the opportunity to dis-
                             cover not only new technology, but to create a variety of DIY projects.

                             The library has broadened its horizons and is reaching out into the community as never before.
                             It prides itself on being a welcoming place for everyone, a place where learning, creating and
                             connecting with one another are what make us stronger.

                             Please keep this booklet as a resource and share your feedback. We’re always to happy to hear
                             about what can make us even better for you!

                                                                      Mayor Mitchell Brownstein         Councillor David Tordjman, District 6
                                                                                                        Responsible for Library and Culture
Produced by the Department of Public Affairs and Communications

                                                                         mbrownstein@cotesaintluc.org
                                                                                                           dtordjman@cotesaintluc.org

                                                                           Do you live in Côte Saint-Luc?
                                                                           Become a library member today. It’s free.

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Special Events                        Documentary Film Screening—
                                      Chewdaism: A Taste of Jewish Montreal
                                                        Tuesday, September 10 at 2 pm
                                                        Tickets: $5. On sale August 27

                                                     Chewdaism: A Taste of Jewish Montreal fol-
                                                     lows Eli Batalion and Jamie Elman as they
                                                     discover the roots of Montreal’s Jewish
                                                     community through a series of classical
                                                     Jewish eateries telling the story of their
                 community in the last 100 years. Along the way various guests share both tales
                 and meals.

                                        Used Book Sale
                                                Saturday, September 14
                                                and Sunday, September 15
                                                11 am to 5 pm
                                              Stock up on fall and winter reading at our
                                              semi-annual sale. For more information,
                                              please email jburnham@cotesaintluc.org.

                                      Montreal Intercultural Storytelling Festival
                                      presents Landscapes of Silence
                                                            Friday, October 25 at 2 pm
                                                            Free.

                                                         There was a time in Argentina when silence
                                                         meant survival. Marta Singh tells the story
                                                         of a mother and daughter who traveled
                                                         across their silence, to reach out for what
                                                         they had lost. Don’t miss this one-woman
                                                         show filled with enchantment, beauty,
                                                         humour and tragedy which was performed
                                                         at Ottawa’s National Arts Centre to rave
                                                         reviews.

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CreateSpace
Our CreateSpace is a place to gather, create, invent and discover. Equipment includes a sewing
machine, a 3D printer, a midi keyboard, a ScanNCut, Makey makey and more! Interested in an
individualized tour of the space and its cool equipment?
Email Justin Burnham at jburnham@cotesaintluc.org for more information and to schedule a visit.

           OpenCreate
Check out our monthly schedule at csllibrary.org/createspace-calendar for times where you can
freely explore the space, use equipment, tinker and create. Geared towards crafting projects, ro-
botics, 3D printing and creative DIY, we are open to inquiring minds of all ages who love to tinker,
fabricate, collaborate and have fun!

           CreateClubs

   Côte Saint-Luc Art Hive                               Jewellery Club

   Thursdays from 11 am to 12:30 pm                      Thursdays from 2 pm to 5 pm

   Free. Materials are supplied.                         Free. Bring your own materials.

Drop in for a variety of art and craft activi-        Meet like-minded individuals who like to
ties with facilitator Joyce Cohen, BFA. All lev-      chat, mingle and create. Jewellery-making
els welcomed.                                         levels can range from beginner to advanced,
                                                      everyone is welcomed.
September 5, 12, 19
October 3, 10                                         September 5, 12, 19, 26
November 7, 14, 21                                    October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
                                                      November 7, 14, 21, 28
Winter 2020 dates TBD.
                                                      December 5, 12
                                                      Winter 2020 dates TBD.

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   Book Review

                                            Please note: in order to accommodate as
                                            many library members as possible, please
                                            choose only one book club among those
                                            offered.

  Morning Book Review                          Le salon littéraire d’Alisa
  with Kathy Diamond
                                               Mondays at 3 pm
  Mondays at 10:30 am
                                               Free. Library members only.
  Free. No registration required.              Registration required. In French.
For book synopses, ask for a flyer at the
reference desk.                             Contact: asoukhodolskaia@cotesaintluc.org
                                            to inquire about available spaces.
                 September 16               Sept. 9, Nov. 4, Dec. 9,
                 The Alice Network          Feb. 17, Mar. 16
                 by Kate Quinn
                                              Evening Book Circle
                 October 7
                 Up From Freedom
                                              Wednesdays at 7 pm
                 by Wayne Grady
                                              Free. Library members only.
                 November 11                  Registration required.
                 Transcription
                 by Kate Atkinson           Contact: jwest@cotesaintluc.org to inquire
                                            about available spaces.
                 December 9                 Sept. 4, Oct. 23, Nov. 20, Dec. 11,
                 Midwinter Break
                 by Bernard MacLaverty      Jan. 15, Feb. 12, Mar. 25

                 January 20                   Café con medialunas
                 Come From Away               with María Luisa
                 by Genevieve Graham
                                              Thursdays at 10:30 am
                 February 17                  Free. Library members only.
                 Between Them:                Registration required.
                 Remembering My Parents
                 by Richard Ford            Contact: mmorales@cotesaintluc.org to
                                            inquire about available spaces.
                 March 16
                 Paris Echo
                                            Sept. 19, Oct. 17, Nov. 7, Dec 5
                 by Sebastian Faulks        For book titles and synopses, ask for a flyer
                                            at the reference desk.
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                                                                                        Literary Events
                                     Book Clubs
   Afternoon Book Circle                            Aviva Ravel Book Launch
   Thursdays at 2 pm                                 Thursday, September 12 at 2 pm
   Free. Library members only.                      Free.
   Registration required.
                                                  Aviva Ravel, local celebrity and award-win-
Contact: alalli@cotesaintluc.org to inquire       ning playwright launches her latest collec-
about available spaces.                           tion of short stories entitled The Gramo-
                                                  phone : And Other Stories. In the title story,
Sep. 26, Nov. 21, Dec. 19,
                                                  a young girl’s sense of identity becomes
Jan. 23, Feb. 20                                  linked to the fancy gramophone at her Zaid-
                                                  eh’s house. Other stories tackle adoption,
                                                  the effects of the holocaust on victim and
                                                  victimizer and family relationships.
   An Evening of                                  Copies of her book will be sold following the
                                                  event and the author will be available for a
   Deliciously Wicked Fun
                                                  book signing afterwards. Light refreshments
   Wednesday, September 18 at 7 pm                will be served.

   Free.

Get together for an evening of interactive          2020 Canada Reads Debate,
fun, games and conversation with several
members of Crime Writers of Canada.                 Côte Saint-Luc Edition
Authors will be selling copies of their books        Wednesday, March 11 at 2 pm
following the event. Light refreshments will
be served. Attendees could also win prizes/         Free.
giveaways.
                                                  Each year, CBC’s Canada Reads panel choos-
                                                  es one book that all Canadians should read.
                                                  Hear five librarians battle it out to defend
                                                  their chosen book from this year’s shortlist.
                                                  Light refreshments will be served.

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                                                  Passion for Music
                                                  Wednesdays at 2 pm
 Concerts and

                                                  Free.

                                                Join Music Librarian Farah Mohammed for an
 Music

                                                in-depth look at some of music’s greatest
                                                composers.
                                                September 25
                                                Dmitri Shostakovich: Russian Rebel
   Cat’s Meow Concert                           November 20
                                                All you need is Bach!
   Thursday, October 24 at 7:30 pm
   Tickets: $15, VIP $25—limited number
   On sale Sept. 5                                Poulin–Marchand:
                                                  Jeux de mains
Location: Syd Wise Auditorium
                                                  Thursday, November 7 at 2 pm
5785 Parkhaven (Wagar Adult Education Cen-
tre—John Grant High School)                       Tickets: $5, on sale Oct. 3
Join the Musicians of the World Symphony
Orchestra for an amazing benefit concert        Piano duo Brigitte Poulin and Jean Marchand
that will help support the Côte Saint-Luc       invite you to an intimate piano recital. Fea-
Cats Committee. An evening of classical         turing works by Mozart, Schumann, Satie,
pieces surrounding the theme Broadway’s         Stravinsky, Debussy and Dvorak.
Greatest Hits will be featured.
A portion of the proceeds will go to the Trap
Neuter Release/Adopt Program.

 Piano                                          Would you like to experience
                                                playing on a grand piano?

 Practice                                       If you are at the intermediate to
                                                advanced level, then come and
                                                try out the library’s Yamaha baby
                                                grand piano.
                                                One-hour or two-hour sessions
                                                can be reserved depending on
                                                availability.
                                                For more information or to
                                                book a time please email
                                                fmohammed@cotesaintluc.org.

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   Montreal’s Street Art Gallery

                                                                                         Art and Travel
   Friday, September 20 at 2 pm

   Free.

Join Archie Fineberg, author of Montreal’s
Street Art Gallery: The Best of the City’s Graf-   Mummy of a child,
fiti and Wall-Art for a visual presentation        Roman Period,
                                                   about AD 40 60,
and lecture as he shares his insights and          EA 22108. © The
passion for a unique and vibrant cultural          Trustees of the
                                                   British Museum
practice gaining in popularity and redefining
the urban landscape.

                                                      MMFA Exhibit Talk—
   South Africa Today                                 Egyptian Mummies:
                                                      Exploring Ancient Lives
   Friday, September 27 at 2 pm
                                                      Thursday, November 14 at 7 pm
   Free.
                                                      Free.
South Africa is home to more than thirty
ethnic groups and some of the world’s most         Montreal Museum of Fine Arts
amazing wildlife. Today South Africa is trying     guide Grace Powell provides
to heal the deep wounds left by post-colo-         a sneak peek of the travelling
nialism and apartheid. Learn about this di-        exhibit based on archeological
verse nation with a striking visual presenta-      finds from ancient Egypt. This extraordinary
tion of South African scenes by Louis Touyz.       exhibit is a collaboration between the British
                                                   Museum and the MMFA.

                                                      Travel Talk—Budapest
                                                      Wednesday, November 27 at 2 pm

                                                      Free.

                                                   Traveller extraordinaire François Tisseur in-
                                                   vites you on a virtual trip through Hungary’s
                                                   capital, a city offering something for every-
                                                   one—from dramatic history and flamboyant
                                                   architecture to healing thermal waters and
                                                   more!

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                                                 Science Demystified
   Lectures

                                                 Mondays at 2 pm

                                                 Free.

                                               Dr. Joe Schwarcz returns to discuss various
                                               science topics and debunk common myths.

                                               September 9
  In the Headlines                             The Ins And Outs Of Processed Foods
  with Hershey Dwoskin
                                               October 7
  Fridays at 2 pm                              Herbal Remedies

  Free.                                        November 4
                                               The Power Of The Mind
Find out what lies behind the world news
headlines.                                     December 2
October 4, 11, November 8, 15, 22              Meat—To Eat Or Not To Eat?

                                               January 13
  Better Hearing Program                       Communicating Science To The Public

  Tuesday, March 3 at 2 pm                     February 3
                                               The Science Of Love
  Free.
                                               March 2
On National Hearing Day, learn from every-     Problems With Plastics
thing you need to know about hearing loss
from Nechama Surik. She will share her
personal experiences as well as informa-
tion to help overcome the stigma associ-
ated with the condition.

              FREE         DROP-IN

          Tech Clinic
                                                                    Tuesdays
                                                                  from 10:30 am
                                                                    to 12:30 pm
              with Doug Roseman
     Questions about your iPad, smartphone or tablet?
      Stop by and chat with our technology volunteer.

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   Financial Literacy. It pays to

                                                                                            Workshops
   know about your finances!
   Free. No registration required.

   Presented in collaboration with the Char-
   tered Professionals Accountants Associa-
   tion of Canada (CPA Canada), get your fi-
   nancial house in order.

   Wednesday, October 23 at 2 pm                        iPad for Beginners
   Estate Planning                                      Thursdays from 11 am to 12:30 pm
   (also offered in French on Oct. 30
   at 2 pm)                                             Library members only. $40
                                                        (Registration begins Oct. 3) In English.
   Learn how to create a plan to distribute
   assets, during life or upon death. In this        * Participants must bring their own iPad
   session you will learn about the various          Taleen Aktorosian will help you get you
   tools of estate planning such as powers           started on your iPad.
   of attorney, wills, joint accounts, gifting
   and trust.                                        November 7, 14, 21, 28

   CSL Library Looking for Volunteers
   to Help Complete Tax Returns
                  We are looking for volunteers willing to help low to modest
                  income individuals in our community complete their
                  income tax returns.
                  Interested individuals should:
                  •	have knowledge of                    •	be bilingual, other languages
                     personal income tax                     an asset
                  •	be available in March and April,     •	meet certain Canada Revenue
                     5 to 15 hours per week                  Agency security requirements
                  •	be comfortable using computers       Training is provided by Revenu
                                                          Quebec, Canada Revenue Agency
                                                          and the NDG Tax Coalition.

                          If you feel you meet these criteria and would
                               like to lend a helping hand, contact

                                  Antonella Lalli
                   514-485-6900, x4109 • alalli@cotesaintluc.org
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                                                         The Bright Lights Film Club

                                                         Tuesdays at 2 pm

                                                         Free.

                                                      Movie buffs will enjoy a rich fare of chal-
                                                      lenging, provocative films from across the
  Film

                                                      globe plus a lively discussion led by volun-
                                                      teer Gayle Cohen, BFA.
                                                      September 17
                     Rocketman
                                                      Everybody Knows (2018)
                                                      In Spanish with English subtitles
   Wednesday Afternoon                                September 24
   at the Movies                                      Tully (2018)

   Wednesdays at 2 pm                                 November 5                           Special
                                                                                           Kristallnacht
                                                      Robbery of the Heart (2018)
                                                                                           remembrance
   Free.                                              Documentary—2019 Premiere            screening
                                                      November 12
Join us for a smart array of inspirational
                                                      The Charmer (2017)
crowd-pleasers that revive the old magic in
                                                      In Danish with English subtitles
going to the movies.
September 4                                           November 19
                                                      Maria by Callas (2017)
On the Basis of Sex (2018)
                                                      Documentary
October 2
The Upside (2018)
                                                      November 26
                                                      The Guilty (2018)
November 6                                            In Danish with English subtitles
The Public (2018)
                                                      December 3
December 4                                            Working Woman (2018)
Rocketman (2019)                                      In Hebrew with English subtitles
Also on January 8, February 5, and March 4, 2020      December 10
(film titles TBA). For more information, please ask
                                                      Zero Motivation (2014)
for a flyer at the reference desk.
                                                      In Hebrew with English subtitles
                                                      The BLFC also meets from February 4 to March 31,
                                                      2020 (film titles TBA). No screening on March 3.
                                                      For more information, please ask for a flyer at the
                                                      reference desk.

   Let’s Talk Movies

   Wednesdays at 2 pm
   Free.                                              January 22
                                                      The Life and Career of Cary Grant
Film Librarian Steven Tomlinson shares his
expertise in this series of talks that encour-        March 25
ages group discussion.                                James Bond and the Actors Who Have
                                                      Played Him
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                                                                                     Clubs
                                      Film
                     La Bolduc

   Ciné-club
                                                   Socrates Café
   Thursdays at 2 pm                               Tuesdays at 10:30 am
   Free. In French with English subtitles.         Free. Space is limited.
   Introduction and discussion are bilingual.      First come, first-served basis.

Join Librarian Danielle Bélanger for a rich     Participants bring topics which are voted
fare of French films.                           on. The chosen topic is then discussed.
                                                These might include current events, poli-
September 19                                    tics, philosophy and well-being. Facilitator
La Bolduc
                                                Vivian Saginur moderates discussion to en-
November 21                                     sure proper decorum.
Le retour du héros                              Sept. 3, Oct. 15, Nov. 5, Dec. 3,
January 23                                      Jan. 7, Feb. 4, Mar. 3
La disparition des lucioles
February 20
Au nom de ma fille                                 Discu-thé
March 19                                           Thursdays from 11 am to 12 pm
Sage Femme
                                                   Free. In French. Library members only.
                                                   Registration begins Aug. 29.

   Chess Club                                   Space is limited. Please reserve your place
                                                at: taktorosian@cotesaintluc.org. Please
   Thursdays from 6:30 pm to 8 pm               note: an intermediate level of French is re-
                                                quired in order to be able to participate.
   Free. Open to players ages 14 and up.
   Chess sets provided.                         Explore different themes with Taleen
                                                Aktorosian to help you develop your vocab-
                                                ulary and make you feel more comfortable
Sept. 5 – Dec. 12                               speaking French.

Jan. 9 – Mar. 26                                Sept 19, 26; Oct 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
                                                Winter dates TBD

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Programs for
      children and teens

         For more information on any program or activity,
         call us at 514-485-6900 ext. 4121
         or email us at childrendept@cotesaintluc.org.

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                                                                                    Early Literacy
   Hippity Hop
   Tuesdays from 11:30 am to 12 pm
   Members only. Baby must be member.
   Free; Registration required.
   Ages: Birth to 15 months; bilingual

Learn nursery rhymes, stories, fingerplays,
and songs to bond with your little one.

September 10 – October 1                         Toddler Time
(Registration begins August 10)
October 15 – November 26                         Tuesdays from 10:30 am to 11 am
(Registration begins October 1)
                                                 Members only. Toddler must be member.
January 14 – February 18                         Free; Registration required.
(Registration begins November 26)
                                                 Ages: 16 to 36 months; bilingual
February 25 – March 31*
(Registration begins February 18)              Let’s read, sing, and move together to help
*No program on March 3 and 10                  your little one develop a passion for music.
                                               September 10 – October 1
                                               (Registration begins August 10)
                                               October 15 – November 26
   Books for Baby                              (Registration begins October 1)
                                               January 14 – February 18
                                               (Registration begins November 26)
It’s never too early to share the love of
books and reading with your little one! Join   February 25 – March 31*
your baby to the library, and you’ll get a     (Registration begins February 18)
special early reading kit to take home.        *No program on March 3 and 10

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                                                   Supporting Learning
                                                   Differences
                                                   Tuesday, September 24 at 7 pm
  For Parents

                                                   Free.
                                                   Registration required (begins Aug. 24)
                                                   In English.

                                                 Is your child struggling in school? Are you
                                                 having difficulty with homework and school
                                                 conversations? Educator and specialist Birdie
                                                 Goodman will give practical tips for support-
  Ask a Nutritionist                             ing children with learning differences.
                                                 If you have a specific question, please email
  Tuesdays from 11 am to 11:30 am                it to bcathey@cotesaintluc.org by Sept. 18 to
                                                 have your topic included in the presentation.
  Free; drop-in Q and A session

  Bilingual

Picky eaters, food allergies, what foods are
best…Come to any of our drop-in sessions
                                                 For the Love

with a CLSC nutritionist to get answers to all
                                                 of Reading

the food-related questions you have about
your 0 – 3 year-old.
Sept. 17, Oct. 15, Nov. 19,
Jan. 21, Feb. 18, Mar. 17

  Ask a Nurse
  Tuesdays from 11 am to 11:30 am
                                                    Family Storytime
  Free; drop-in Q and A session

  Bilingual
                                                    Sundays at 11 am

                                                    Free; drop-in.
Whether it’s to be assured that what your
child is experiencing is normal, or to be           All ages; bilingual, with three special
directed to further assistance, there are           multilingual storytimes
some questions that only a health profes-
sional can answer. Visit one of our drop-in      Share the excitement and love of reading
question sessions with a CLSC nurse to help      with your child at this storytime, followed
answer any questions you may have about          by a craft activity.
your 0 – 3 year-old.                             September 8 – December 8*
Sept. 24, Oct. 22, Nov. 26,                         Nov. 17: Storytime in Korean
Jan. 28, Feb. 25, Mar. 24                        January 12 – March 15
                                                    Jan. 26: Storytime in Russian
                                                    Mar. 15: Storytime in Farsi
                                                 * no Family Storytime on Oct. 13

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   Rainbow Storytime
   Wednesdays from 5 pm to 6 pm

                                                                                        For the Love
   and Sundays from 3 pm to 4 pm

                                                                                         of Reading
   Free. Registration required.

   Ages 3+; bilingual

Explore themes of self-expression and self-
esteem during our inclusive Rainbow Story-
time. Celebrate diversity, curb bullying, dis-
pel stereotypes, and encourage empathy in a
safe and positive environment.
Wednesday, Sept. 25 at 5 pm
(Registration begins August 25)
                                                      Furry Paws Reading Club
Sunday, Nov. 10 at 3 pm
(Registration begins October 10)                      Wednesdays at 5 pm
Sunday, Jan. 19 at 3 pm                               Library members only. Space is limited.
(Registration begins December 19)                     Free; registration required.
Wednesday, Mar. 18 at 5 pm                            Ages 6 to 10; bilingual
(Registration begins February 18)
                                                   Practice reading out loud with the help of our
                                                   furry friends from Blue Ribbon Therapy Dogs.
   Sensory Storytime                               This 4-week program includes private ses-
                                                   sions with the dogs as well as craft activities.
   Sundays at 3 pm
                                                   November 6 – 27
   Free. Registration required.                    (Registration begins October 6)
   Ages 3+; bilingual                              January 8 – 29
                                                   (Registration begins December 8)
This accessible storytime will engage the
senses to build literacy skills in a small group
setting. Children who are on the autism spec-
trum or who have a hard time sitting still will
feel welcome.

October 20
(Registration begins September 20)
February 23
(Registration begins January 23)

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For the Love
of Reading
                                                    Homework Help
                                                    Thursdays at 5 pm
                                                    By appointment, based on
                                                    availability of volunteers.
                                                    Free; for library members only.
                                                    Ages 8 to 11; bilingual

                                                  Teen and teacher-volunteers can help guide
   Pyjama Storytime                               your child with their homework; language,
                                                  schedule, and subject matter may change
   Thursday, December 12 at 7 pm                  based on availability. Space is limited.
                                                  To sign up: bit.ly/HomeworkHelpCSL
   Free.
   Registration required (begins Nov. 12).        September 12 – November 28
                                                  (Registration begins August 23)
   All ages; bilingual
                                                  January 16 – March 19
Wear your onesie and slippers, and bring          (Registration begins November 28)
your teddy bear to the library for our Pyjama
Storytime. A craft activity, sufganiyot and hot
cocoa with marshmallows will follow.

                                                    English Conversation with
  Short Story Book Club
                                                    Dorothy and Julio
   Wednesdays at 5:30 pm                            Tuesdays at 5 pm
   Free for library members.
                                                    Free for library members.
   Registration required (begins Dec. 19).
                                                    Registration required (begins Sept. 15).
   Ages 9 to 12; English
                                                    Ages 9 to 12; English
Come discuss short stories, comics, and
manga in a fun and relaxed atmosphere             Join ESL educators Dorothy and Julio in an
with educator Birdie Goodman. To register,        engaging and fun five-week class which
e-mail childrendept@cotesaintluc.org, and         will help you practice your English language
we will e-mail you your personalized read-        skills and make new friends.
ing suggestions.                                  October 15 – November 12
Feb. 19, 26, Mar. 18, 25

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                                                                                       Family Fun
                                        Students

   Reading Buddies                                   Chess Club
   By appointment, based on                          Mondays from 4:30 pm to 6 pm
   availability of volunteers.
   Free; for library members only.
                                                     Free; drop-in.
   Ages 6 to 8; bilingual                            All ages; bilingual
Build your reading and language skills by
reading aloud, talking, and playing games          Exercise your brain and make new friends at
with a teen volunteer in a fun and low-pres-       our weekly Chess Club.
sure setting. Program is for independent           September 9 – December 9*
readers. Space is limited, and matches can
take up to three months.                             Beginner’s workshop with the
To register: bit.ly/ReadingBuddiesCSL                Chess ’n’ Math Association:
                                                     Monday, September 9 at 5 pm
                                                   January 13 – March 16
                                                   * no Chess Club on Oct. 14

                                                     Make Your Own Bug Hotel

                                                     Sunday, September 15 at 3 pm

                                                     Members: Free; Non-Members: $5
                                                     Registration required (begins Aug. 15).

                                                     Ages 5 to 12; bilingual

                                                   Get creative and re-use materials to build a
                                                   nesting place for butterflies, ladybugs and
                                                   solitary bees.

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                                              Samurais & Ninjas

                                              Sunday, October 6 at 3 pm
  Family Fun

                                              Members: Free; Non-Members: $5
                                              Registration required (begins Sept. 6).

                                              Ages 5 to 12; bilingual

                                            Learn all about Japan’s
                                            fascinating    samurais
                                            and ninjas! Followed
                                            by a craft activity. In
   Family Movie Night                       collaboration with the McGill Redpath
                                            Museum.
   Saturdays at 7 pm
   Free; first come first served.             Halloween Party
   All ages.                                  Thursday, October 31
                                              from 4 pm to 6 pm
September 21: Beethoven (1992)
                                              Free; drop-in.
October 12: Casper (1995)
                                              All ages; bilingual
November 16: Astérix, le secret de la
potion magique (2019)                       Trick or Treat! Get dressed up in your Hallow-
December 14: Aladdin (2019)                 een costume for a ghoulish good time. Join
                                            us for a scavenger hunt and spooky stories
January 11: How to Train Your               at the library.
Dragon: The Hidden World (2019)
February 15: Toy Story 4 (2019)               Baking Basics

March 7: Dora and the Lost City of            Sunday, November 24 at 3 pm
Gold (2019)
                                              Members: Free; Non-Members: $5
                                              Registration required (begins Oct. 24).

                                              Ages 7 to 12; bilingual

                                            Read a recipe and measure the ingredients
                                            to make your own brownie mix to bake at
© Paramount Pictures                        home or give as a gift.

   Make Your Own Snow Globe
                                            Get creative and turn a jar
   Sunday, December 8 at 3 pm               and some glitter into a mag-
                                            ical snow globe. They are
   Members: Free; Non-Members: $5           easy to make and turn into
   Registration required (begins Nov. 8).   whimsical holiday gifts.

   All ages; bilingual

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   Creative Journaling                            Model Airplane Expo
   Workshop
                                                  Sunday, March 1, time TBD
   Sunday, January 12 at 3 pm
                                                  Free.
   Free
                                                  All ages; bilingual
   Registration required (begins Dec. 12).

   Ages 7+; bilingual                           Model airplanes, specialized model airplane
                                                simulator, drones and more! Courtesy of the
Celebrate the new year with a fresh outlook!    Model Aeronautics Association of Canada.
Join us in the CreateSpace for some self-care
through art and writing.

   Spring Break
   Library members only. Free.
   Registration required (begins Feb. 2).
                                                  Magic Show
   Ages 6 to 12; bilingual
                                                  with The Amazing Todsky
   No school? We have lots going on at the
   library!                                       Sunday, March 8 at 3 pm

   Wed., February 26 at 2 pm                      Tickets: $5 per person
                                                  (on sale as of Feb. 9)
   Clay Creations
                                                  All ages; bilingual
   Fri., February 28 at 2 pm                    Join The Amazing Todsky for an awe-inspir-
                                                ing magic show for the whole family!
   The Lion King (2019)

   Mon., March 2 at 2 pm
   Clay Creations

   Tue., March 3 at 2 pm
   Origami

   Wed., March 4 at 2 pm

   Make Your Own Terrarium

   Thu., March 5 at 2 pm

   Sugar Shack

   Fri., March 6 at 2 pm
   The Lion King (2019)

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   Ped Day Fun

                                                                                            Tweens
                                                   Game Time!
No school? Come to the library!
Free for all ages. No registration required.       Saturdays at 3:30 pm

  CSMB                                              Free.
                                                    Registration required (begins Aug. 10).
   Friday, November 1                               Ages 8 to 12; bilingual

   Free play: board games all day                Join us at the library, where we’ll have video
                                                 games ready, along with some awesome
   Wednesday, February 12 at 2 pm                board games, LEGO, and, of course, snacks.
                                                 Sept. 28, Oct. 26, Nov. 23, Dec. 7,
   Matusalem II (1997)                           Jan. 18, Feb. 8, Mar. 28
  EMSB                                             Meet the Robots

   Monday, October 21 at 2 pm                       Tuesday, November 19 at 5 pm

   Freaky Friday (2003)                             Free.
                                                    Registration required (begins Oct. 22).
   Friday, November 15                              Ages 7 and older; bilingual

   Free play: board games all day                Learn to program our CreateSpace robots and
                                                 complete fun challenges with new friends.

   Young Writers Contest                           Trapped in the Library
                                                   Tween Edition
   Opens Jan. 15, closes Apr. 22
                                                   Tuesday, January 21 at 5 pm
   Free for members.

   Grades 4 – 6                                     Free.
                                                    Registration required (begins Dec. 3).
Share your story with us! Winning entries           Ages 8 to 11; English.
will be published, and participants will be
eligible to win great prizes. Contest details,
                                                 Can you break out of a locked room? Work
including theme and submission require-
                                                 together to crack the codes and beat the
ments, will be available on our website,
                                                 clock, with plenty of snacks to keep your
csllibrary.org, as of January 15.
                                                 brain going. Groups welcome.
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   Ultimate Food
   Challenge
   Thursdays at 5 pm

   Free with library card or Fun Card.

                                                                                  Teens
   Registration required.
   Ages 11 to 17; bilingual

Think you can create the best dish? The
first Thursday of each month, join a Librar-
ian and Teen Lounge animator for a cooking
competition and delicious food.
To register, email
childrendept@cotesaintluc.org.                   Teen Tarot
Sept. 5, Oct. 3, Nov. 7, Dec. 5,                 with TouTarot
Feb. 6, Mar. 5, Apr. 2                           Wednesdays at 5:30 pm
at the Library
May 7                                            Free.
in the Teen Zone (5794 Parkhaven Ave.)           Registration required (begins Sept. 23).
                                                 Ages 11 to 17; bilingual
   Teen Nights
   After Hours                                 Are you curious to learn how to read tarot
                                               cards? Come find out during this four-week
   Fridays at 6 pm                             course with Professor Mystiqua TouTarot.
                                               To register, email
   Free.                                       childrendept@cotesaintluc.org.
   Registration required (begins Sept. 25).
                                               October 23 – November 13
   Ages 12 to 17; bilingual

Have you ever wondered what the library is
like after it’s closed? Come hang out after
hours and find out. Food and drinks pro-
vided. Groups welcome!
To register, email
childrendept@cotesaintluc.org.

October 25: Scary Movie
                  Beetlejuice (1988)
January 17: Game On
March 27: Trapped in the Library:
                 Escape Room After Hours

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  Volunteering
                                                We are always looking for teen volunteers
                                                between the ages of 12 and 17. Teens must
                                                be library members.
                                                To apply: bit.ly/VOLUNTEENS_CSL

  Early Volunteer                                       Homework Helpers
  Program
                                                        Thursday evenings at 5 pm
  Ages 12 to 13 only; bilingual
                                                        Ages 13 to 17; bilingual
Come lend a hand once a week at the li-
brary. You’ll get to do things like prepare          Help elementary school students with their
crafts and tidy the shelves.                         homework on Thursday evenings each week.
                                                     To apply and choose your training date:
  Reading Buddies                                    bit.ly/VOLUNTEENS_CSL

  Ages 13 to 17; bilingual
                                                        Youth Advisory Group
Help a 6- to 8-year-old student discover the
joys of reading by becoming a reading bud-              Ages 12 to 21; bilingual
dy! To apply and choose your training date:
bit.ly/VOLUNTEENS_CSL                                Get involved with your City and be a voice
Training for new volunteer buddies offered           for youth in your community! For more infor-
from 5 pm to 6:30 pm on:                             mation and to apply, go to
Wednesday, September 25                              CoteSaintLuc.org/YouthAdvisoryGroup
Tuesday, December 3
Tuesday, January 28

                             CreateSpace
                                                  for All Ages
                             Our CreateSpace is a place to gather, create, invent and discover.
                             Geared towards crafting projects, robotics, 3D printing and cre-
                             ative DIY, we are open to inquiring minds of all ages who love
                             to tinker, fabricate, collaborate and have fun! To find out more,
                             come see us during all-ages Open Create Space, or check out our
                             website: csllibrary.org/services/createspace

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