Aurora Public Library, Ontario
15145 Yonge Street L4G1M1 Aurora, ON, Canada

Spotlight on Relationships and Health Wed. Nov. 25 l 12:00 - 12:45pm Lunchtime learning on what makes a healthy relationship, which is so important in these times of COVID. Lecture and Q&A. Register through York at bit.ly/3m2JZrL ... All welcome! You do not have to be a student or alumni of York to attend.

Transgender Day of Remembrance Our partners at CAYR Community Connections invite the community to join in honouring trans lives that were lost In 2020. Friday, November 20 l 7pm l Zoom event CAYR Community Connections

Worried about fraud? Join us on Thursday, November 26th at 10 AM for this virtual presentation in partnership with Canada Revenue Agency. Details here: https://bit.ly/395nBup

Catherine Hernandez is our community's featured OBOA 2020 author for her award-winning adult novel, Scarborough. But did you know that she is also a gifted children's author? Enjoy her wonderful storytelling with your children. I promise is a perfect book to cuddle up to and to spark conversation. Meet Catherine Hernandez at the OBOA Grand Finale on Sat. Nov. 14 at 2pm. Register at bit.ly/36nnyqO... Town of Aurora; Pflag York Region; Amnesty International Canada See more

The Aurora Public Library and Town of Aurora has teamed up with Équipe Francobotique, a FIRST LEGO LEAGUE team of six students in Grades 5 and 6, from École élémentaire catholique Saint-Jean. They have worked hard to create an amazing program to keep you active and engaged during this time called COVID BUSTER! Register now and try to complete 16 different challenges between December 1, 2020 and January 31, 2021. There is fun for all with 4 different age categories to choose from. Registration closes on November 25th, so don't miss out. Visit this link to sign up and find out more: https://sites.google.com/view/covidbuster/sign-up

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Virtual Storytime: November 11

Virtual Storytime: November 18

Commemorate Remembrance Day with a fiction or history book from APL. Learn, Imagine, Remember. #ReadtoRemember #CanadaRemembers

COVID BUSTER is a recreational program designed to motivate people of all ages and physical abilities to be more active while adhering to COVID-19 regulations. This program was created by Équipe Francobotique, a FIRST LEGO LEAGUE team of six students in Grades 5 and 6, from École élémentaire catholique Saint-Jean. It is available in both French and English. Want to know more? Check out their promotional video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2muwwstWQiU&feature=youtu.be

Maximize your Holds with a variety pack of 12 staff-selected items. Choose from a selection of reading and viewing bundles. Details at: https://bit.ly/2J8DIw7

Ever wanted to know how you can help the environment? Join Lauren and Sam each Saturday at 2pm as we discuss important topics regarding our environment and what you can do to make a difference! And if you want to join in on all the great and educational activities, email [email protected] to be added to the Google Classroom!

Want to join in on our Virtual Game Nights? How about talk shop when it comes to all things creative? Join APL's Discord Channel for a variety of fun activities and great conversation! To join our Discord server, check this link out! https://discord.com/invite/PcVK9pD

This year's OBOA selection, Scarborough by Catherine Hernandez, engaged our community in many important conversations. You can find some of the events on our YouTube Channel under the playlist OneBookOneAurora. For your convenience, you can view Saturday's virtual visit with Catherine at: https://youtu.be/4VCzvkfKg-A

This gripping page-turner will have you guessing until the very end. And that cover!

Bob Minhas is a sought after speaker on entrepreneurship. Have a listen to a short clip as he presents to Georgian College Entrepreneur Students in Barrie on the importance of networking. Meet Bob and learn about the power of networking to drive your business. https://youtu.be/gDrAXUMRxlI... Entrepreneurs-in-Residence: Dare to be Bold Thursday l November 19 l 7pm l Presentations with Q&A Register at bit.ly/35kE6AC radhekrishnadance; Cafe Alexandra; Karen Armstrong Inside Out; Bob Minhas - The Expert's Expert; Aurora Chamber of Commerce; Town of Aurora; Amp-Up York

While winter is here, that doesn't mean you can't go on a road trip. "Clean Getaway" is a fantastic family story, filled with a ton of heart and soul. Place a hold and pick it up in library today!

Look for our weekly staff favourites every Friday. In the meantime check out all the past recommendations: https://bit.ly/2KMDdqN

This week's Top Pick Tuesday is for those of us who deal with anxiety, and are looking for solutions on how to build confidence! "Five Things About Ava Andrews" is the story of activism, courage, and coming out of your own shell! "Five Things About Ava Andrews" is available for in-library pick up! Place your hold today!

Storytime with Lolotea!

Fame is fun, but family is everything.

Try our Dinovember Trivia challenge. The winner will be crowned the Lizard King!

Karen Armstrong's entrepreneurial spirit comes from being a lifelong learner, believing that if what we are experiencing in life is not what we want, then a change needs to take place inside of us. Meet Karen at Entrepreneurs-in-Residence: Dare to be Bold Thursday l November 19 l 7pm l Presentations with Q&A... Register at: https://bit.ly/36hjp7B radhekrishnadance; Cafe Alexandra; Karen Armstrong Inside Out; Bob Minhas - The Expert's Expert; Aurora Chamber of Commerce; Amp-Up York

Eco-Adventure Exclusive Interview with Bianca Martins-Pham from Replenish General Store