Programs
Open the tabs below to learn about our reoccurring and unique programs! Programs are free unless otherwise noted. See tab below for a summary of the Summer Reading Club!
Upcoming Programs
Let's Talk Tech
PEPL is coming to help YOU with technology. We will be coming to Perth East community centres for a 6-part iPad tech series.
There are four rotating locations throughout the rest of the year, including Rostock, Sebringville, Shakespeare, and the Perth East Public Library. So choose the one that's most convenient for you!
Next sessions:
- Shakespeare Optimist Hall - Every Monday from September 23 to November 4 - 2:30-4:00pm
- Perth East Public Library - Every Wednesday @ 1-2:30pm
Please call 519-595-8395 to register. You do not have to attend all 6 sessions to sign up.
Perth County Reads!
Hey Perth East! A county wide book club is coming your way!
- What is it? Libraries in the Perth County Information Network are going to be reading Cold at the exact same time! Keep your eyes peeled for events, programs and other fun things with Drew Hayden Taylor.
- How do I join? Read along with Perth County libraries through Libby, CELA Library, or borrow in person as well. Attend any or all of the planned programs to go alongside the book!
- When does it start? Right now! Borrow the book today and keep your eyes peeled for events and programs planned in the upcoming months.
Visit https://perthcountylibraries.ca/ for more events and information.
Book Club with the OPP
Join members of the OPP to discuss books related to human trafficking, intimate partner violence, murder, and hope.
Meetings @ PEPL:
Thursday, November 21st @ 2pm - Hope Rising: How the Science of Hope Can Change Your Life by Casey Gwinn & Chan Hellman
Wednesday, January 22nd @ 2pm - Murder in Renfrew County by Dean Beeby
Thursday, February 27th @ 10am - Out of the Shadows by Timea Nagy & Shannon Moroney
*Books can be borrowed from the North Perth and Perth East Public Libraries, as well as from the West Perth OPP Detachment.
Service Canada Pop-Ups
We are excited to announce that PEPL is having Service Canada Pop-Ups for Perth East residents! They can provide assistance with getting people social insurance numbers, setting up pension/old age security, assisting with employment insurance, helping people get set up with the new Canadian dental care plan and more!
Please drop in for this service. There is no need to make an appointment.
Check in the new year for dates!
StoryWalk
Last chance to visit our StoryWalks for the season!
Mike Masse's Andy Gets Angry is located at Shakespeare Opti-Mrs Park Park (3976A Galt Street, Shakespeare), and Jen Courtney's X Marks the Spot: A Tail of Faith is located at Quinlan Park (4817 Line 46, Rostock).
A StoryWalk® is a fun and educational activity that places a children's story (literally a book taken apart) along a walking route in the community. This lets you read a story with your family while you walk! Our StoryWalk® features local authors, Mike Masse, who resides in Stratford, and Jen Courtney, who is a Listowel resident.
A big thank you Hayden and Sierra for a summer that was packed full of fun-filled programs, engaging educational activities, and reading challenges!
We wish all of you a great back to school!
Monday
Play and Learn by Early On Weekly at 9:30am-11:30am - Children birth to age 6 with their parent/caregiver: A safe play environment which allows children to explore & create with new materials, play alongside other children & learn to express their thoughts and feelings through social interactions.
Tuesday
Sing to Me: Weekly at 10am - Join Pastor Sonja for a song-based program for toddlers and children!
Library Board Meeting: Every 2nd Tuesday - If you would like to attend a monthly library board meeting please contact Laura Bere at lbere@pertheastpl.ca.
Afternoon Book Club: Every 3rd Tuesday at 1-2pm - Afternoon book club features a variety of book selection and great conversation with Cindy and other book club members. Call PEPL at 519-595-8395, talk to a staff at the front desk or email us at pel@pertheastpl.ca to sign up!
Evening Book Club: Every 3rd Tuesday at 7-8pm - Evening book club also offers an array of selection and is great for people who can't make it to the library in the afternoon. Call PEPL at 519-595-8395, talk to a staff at the front desk or email us at pel@pertheastpl.ca to sign up!
Wednesday
Play and Learn by Early On Weekly at 9:30am-11:30am - Children birth to age 6 with their parent/caregiver: A safe play environment which allows children to explore & create with new materials, play alongside other children & learn to express their thoughts and feelings through social interactions.
Thursday
YMCA Settlement Services Every 4th Thursday of the month at 9:30am-1pm (July 25 & August 22nd) - This free service provides immigrants all the help and support they need to begin their new lives in Canada.
Baby Time by Early On Weekly at 12:30-2pm - Infants birth to 12mos of age: A time for parents/caregivers to find support & encouragement from their peers and EarlyON Facilitators in a safe and welcoming environment. This program will feature an engaging circle, giving infant and adult the time to delight together and find creative ways to use songs and puppets alongside developmental milestones!
Saturday
Play and Learn by Early On - Saturday, November 23 at 10:00-11:00am - Children birth to age 6 with their parent/caregiver: A safe play environment which allows children to explore & create with new materials, play alongside other children & learn to express their thoughts and feelings through social interactions.