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Children and Families

For the Library's Storytime Schedule for all branches, click here.
 

Home School Library Club
Every Other Friday Beginning January 8; 1:00p.m.-3:00p.m.; McLean Branch

The Winter 2010 session has been canceled. We hope to regroup for Fall 2010.   Adults interested in more information or wanting to get involved in Canadian Parents for French, Durham should e-mail  info@cpfdurham.ca  or visit the CPF web site at: http://www.cpfdurham.ca/.

The following group experiences for parents/caregivers and their babies are being offered by the local Ontario Early Years Centre staff at Ajax Library Services' Main Branch.

Registration begins February 22nd for March Programs, March 22nd for the April Programs.  Please call 905-683-4000 x8830 to register.

Parent - Child Mother Goose Program (0-12 months)
Session 2: April 1 to June 10 (no class April 29th) - Registraion Begins March 22.

Based on the oral tradition of story telling, we will focus on learning songs, rhymes and stories.  Each session includes time for teaching and time for visiting with other participants and teachers.  Session runs Thursdays from 1:00-2:30 p.m.

Bouncing Babies (0-12 months)
Session 1: March 3, 10, 24, 31 - Registration Starts February 22nd.
Session 2: April 7 to 28 - Registration begins March 22nd.

This program introduces infants to songs, nursery rhymes and musical instruments. Learn how to incorporate music and musical instruments into baby's everyday play experiences. The program runs Wednesdays from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. or 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. in the Main Branch Program Room.

Music and Movement (0-6 years)
Session 1: March 5, 12 - Registration Full.
Session 2: April 9 - 30 - Registration begins March 22.

Introduce toddlers to songs, nursery rhymes, and musical  instruments. Sessions run Wednesdays from 10:15 - 11:15 a.m. in the Main Branch Program Room.

Read With Me (0-9 Months)
March 3, 10, 24, 31

Read with Me @ your library® is a four-part program designed to give you the tools you need to raise your child in a literacy-rich environment. Introduce yourself and your baby to the world of children's literature. Gain an understanding of your child's language development stages. Create a homemade book to treasure. Session runs Wednesdays from  10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.  Space is limited to 12 adults and their babies.

Read with Me @ your library® is presented by Ajax Library Services and the Early Literacy Specialist, YMCA Ontario Early Years

March Break: Seize your Seuss! Green Eggs and Ham Storytime
March 15 - 17; All Branches

“They are so good, so good, you see!”  Sam loves green eggs and ham! Do you? Explore some Seuss nonsense and create your own green eggs and ham placemat.  Children age three and up and their caregivers are invited to share in some Seuss nonsense and fun at storytime! Free. Drop-in. Space limited by room capacity. For ages 3 and up.

Main Branch: Mon., March 15 at 6:45 p.m. and Wed., March 17 at 10:30 a.m.
McLean Branch: Tues., March 16 at 10:30 a.m.
Village Branch: Wed., March 17 at 6:30 p.m.

March Break: Seize your Seuss! Movie Mornings
Saturday March 13 and Friday March 16; 10:30am - Main Branch Rotary Room

“Say! In the dark?  Here in the dark!”

Saturday March 13: The Cat in the Hat
Friday March 19: Horton Hears a Who

Space is limited to 100. Register for these free programs in person or by calling 905-683-4000 ext 8811 during regular library hours.  Registration begins March 1 at 10 a.m.

March Break: Seize your Seuss! Magic of Reading with Ian Crawford
Monday March 15; 10:30am; Main Branch Rotary oom

“Young cat, if you keep your eyes open enough, oh, the stuff you would learn! The most wonderful stuff!  A fun-filled magic show that combines magic, storytelling and puppetry with lots of audience participation. Space is limited to 100. Registration is now full.

March Break: Seize your Seuss!  If I Ran the Circus
March 16 and 18; Main and McLean Branches (see below)

“The Circus McGurkus! The World’s Greatest Show on the face of the earth, or wherever you go!”
 If you ran the circus, what would you do? Would you make the lions wear a blue shoe? Would you watch the panda bear chew bamboo? Or would you hand over the reins to Cindy Loo Who? Come join us as Dr. Seuss' book we read, play games that will test your speed, and make a circus pop-up craft that you really, really need!  Free. Drop-in. Space limited by room capacity. For ages 6 - 12.

Main Branch:  Tuesday, March 16 at 10:30 a.m.
McLean Branch: Thursday, March 18 at 10:30 a.m.

March Break: Seize your Seuss!  Happy Birthday to You
March 15 and 16; McLean and Village Branches (see below)

“I wish we could do what they do in Katroo. They sure know how to say “Happy Birthday to You!”
Join in a Dr. Seuss birthday bash! Make a great party hat, create crafts and play fun games. Free. Drop-in. Space limited by room capacity. For ages 6 - 12.

McLean Branch:  Monday, March 15 at 1:30 p.m.
Village Branch:  Tuesday, March 16 at 3:30 p.m.

March Break: Seize your Seuss!  Speak for the Trees
March 17 and 19; McLean and Village Branches (see below)

“Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It’s not.”
Dr. Seuss’s the Lorax speaks for the trees. Learn about the many ways trees are important and create your own plasticine picture. Free. Drop-in. Space limited by room capacity. For ages 6 - 12.

McLean Branch Wednesday, March 17 at 10:30 a.m.
Village Branch   Friday, March 19 at 10:30 a.m.

March Break: Seize your Seuss!  Cooking with the Cat
March 19; 1:30p.m.; McLean Branch

“But a Nook can’t read so a Nook can’t cook. So what good to a Nook is a hook cook book?”
What could be more fun than making up deliciously wacky recipes inspired by Dr. Seuss? Join Margaret from That Chocolate Shoppe By The Lake for a creative cooking class. Note this class will be nut-free. Registration is full. For ages 6 - 12.

McLean Branch   Friday, March 19 at 1:30 p.m.

Ajax Green Living Days: Eco Kids
Saturday, April 24, 2:00 pm; Main Branch Rotary Room

What can you do to help protect the natural environment?  Explore Earth Day through library activities, games and crafts.  Fun for the whole family!  Free drop-in.  (space is limited by room capacity).  For a complete listing of upcoming events, click here.

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Teens

The Ajax Public Library Board is undergoing a planning project that will lead to a Master Plan for your Library's next fifteen years.  We need your ideas! Share your vision and ideas for Library services at one of a series of Public forum meetings: 

Thurs, March 11 (6:00-8:00pm) at Romeo D’Allaire Public School Gym 300 Williamson Dr E
Sat, March 13 (2:00-4:00 pm) at McLean Community Centre  - Room 1
Wed, March 17 (6:00-8:00 pm) at Main Branch Rotary Room
Thurs, March 18 (1:00-3:00 pm) at Village Branch
Thurs, March 18 (6:00-8:00 pm) at Ajax Community Centre - Admiral’s Room

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Adults and Seniors

CAP Computer Training: One-on-One
Main Branch Tuesdays February 2 - March 30 12:00 - 6:00 pm

A CAP (Community Access Program) youth intern will be available for one-on-one training on computer basics, applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), email, Internet basics, online services (online banking, online government sites) and resume creation. To register for this free program, speak to Community Branch or Information staff on your next visit, phone your local branch or email staff at libraryinfo@townofajax.com.

This program is provided in partnership with Durham Region Employment Network (DREN) through funding by the Government of Canada.

The Ajax Public Library Board is undergoing a planning project that will lead to a Master Plan for your Library's next fifteen years.  We need your ideas! Share your vision and ideas for Library services at one of a series of Public forum meetings: 

Thurs, March 11 (6:00-8:00pm) at Romeo D’Allaire Public School Gym 300 Williamson Dr E
Sat, March 13 (2:00-4:00 pm) at McLean Community Centre  - Room 1
Wed, March 17 (6:00-8:00 pm) at Main Branch Rotary Room
Thurs, March 18 (1:00-3:00 pm) at Village Branch
Thurs, March 18 (6:00-8:00 pm) at Ajax Community Centre - Admiral’s Room

Visit the Friends of the Library Web page for information on Friends programs - including the Ajax Film Circuit and Music on a Sunday Afternoon.

New members are always welcome to join the Library's book clubs.  For more information, please call 905-683-4000 x8811.  All Book Clubs are held at the Main Branch.

Book Chat meets Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. in the Main Branch Rotary Room.  The book for the April 7th meeting is The Lady and the Unicorn by Tracy Chevalier.
Tea & Books meets on Wednesdays at 1:30 p.m. in the Main Branch Rotary Room.  The book for the April 14th meeting is The Dive from Clausen’s Pier by Ann Packer.

Club de lecture d'Ajax Nouvelles orientales texte de Marguerite Yourcenar jeudi le 29 avril 19 heures.  
 

Ajax Green Living Days: Eco Kids
Saturday, April 24, 2:00 pm; Main Branch Rotary Room

Join us for a free screening of Disneynature's earth, an epic story of three animal families - polar bears, elephants and humpback whales - on a journey across our planet.  All ages welcome.  Rated G.

Space is limited to 100 and registration begins April 1st.  Register for this free program in person or by calling 905-683-4000 ext 8811 during regular library hours.

Volunteers trained by the Canada Customs and Revenue Agency can help you complete your income tax and benefit return.  The program is for individuals with low income and simple tax situations that are unable to complete their income tax and benefit return by themselves and unable to pay for assistance.

In order to be eligible, the following are maximum income levels that qualify:

• Single person:  up to $25,000
• Couple:  up to $35,000
• One adult with child:  up to $30,000
• Each additional dependent:  $2,000
• Interest income less than:  $1,000

Volunteers do NOT assist in the preparation of returns for deceased persons, bankrupt or self-employed individuals, returns reporting capital gains or rental income, or returns claiming employment expenses.

Required income slips (where applicable) include:  T4 (employment earnings), T4A (pension income), T4OAS (old age pension), T4CPP (Canadian Pension Plan), T5007 (social assistance, WCB), T4RSP (RRSP income), T4RRIF (registered retirement income fund), T5 (investment slip), and T3 (investment slip).

Required deduction information (where applicable) includes:  RRSP contributions, child care receipts, safety deposit box receipt, medical receipts, charitable donation receipts, rent receipts and property tax receipts.

Clinics will be offered starting March 12 at the Main Branch on Tuesdays from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. and Fridays and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m.  -2:00 p.m.   To register for the program call 905-683-4000, ext. 8813 during regular library hours.

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