Wyoming, ON –  It's going to be a blue summer at Lambton County libraries.  Blue because 70% of the earth is water and summer is a great time to celebrate with lots of swimming, snorkeling, fishing, canoeing and more!  Programs for all ages run from July 1st to August 14.

Splash, Celebrate Summer is the theme of the TD Summer Reading Program available for children ages 0-12.   Beginning July 2, children can pick up a reading passport from their local library to record their personal weekly reading goals and receive participation prizes.  Many of our branches are also offering "SRP (Summer Reading Program) Activity Days" throughout the summer.  These events are listed below. 

Tweens, ages 9-12, are also encouraged to participate in the contest "Deep Sea I.D." which features the nature of the sea in an uncommon perspective.  Each week 4 new eyeball benders will be posted at www.lclmg.org .  Tweens can help identify the mystery photos and fill out a ballot at their library with their guesses, or email them to greer.macdonell@county-lambton.on.ca.  All ballots will be placed in a draw for some great prizes.

Teens, ages 12-18, can participate in the Teen Survivor Program, for a chance to win the grand prize of an Sony eReader.  Readers can vote weekly for their favourite title, from ten books, until only one remains.  Books are available at Lambton County Library.

Don’t miss the hilarious antics of professional comedian and juggler, Craig Douglas, coming to the four Lambton County libraries this summer.  On Wednesday, July 6, Craig will be at the Sarnia Library, at 10:00 a.m. and the Brigden Library at 2:00 p.m.    On Thursday, July 7, he will be at the Sombra Library at 10:00 a.m. and at the Wyoming Library at 2:00 p.m.  Admission at the Sarnia Library is $1.00 and tickets must be pre-purchased.    A donation, to offset costs, is appreciated at the other locations.

Please PRE-REGISTER for all programs except those specified as a “DROP-IN” by contacting the individual library. Our programs are free unless otherwise noted. Visit www.lclmg.org for further details.

Alvinston (519 898-2921)

SRP Activities (All Ages) - 2:00 p.m. Thursday, July 7,14,21,28

Arkona (519 828-3406)

Brigden (519 864-1142)

Family Entertainment:  Craig Douglas, professional comedian and juggler - 2:00 p.m.  Wednesday, July 6. A donation, to offset costs, is appreciated.

SRP Activities (Ages 3-12) - 3:00-4 p.m. Thursday, July 7.  Parental accompaniment or older sibling required for children ages 6 and under.

Bright’s Grove (519 869-2351)

            Internet/Computer Lessons - One-on-one or group lessons available between:

·         1:00-5:00 p.m. Tuesdays

·         12:30-8:00 p.m. Thursdays

            Call to book your one-hour appointment.

SRP "Wet & Wild" Craft & Story (Ages 4+ - Helper accompaniment required for children ages 4 and 5) - 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays July 12, 19, 26 and Wednesdays July 13, 20, 27.  Different craft offered each day.  Cost: $1

 Puppets on the Go "Good Stuff"  DROP-IN  (All Ages) - 2:00 - 2:30 p.m. Thursday,      July 21.  Features Lambton County Library puppeteers.

Camlachie (519 899-2202)

SRP Activities (Ages 3-11) – 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 6,13,20,27

Corunna (519 862-1132)

Tales for Tots (Ages 0-2) DROP-IN  – 10:30 a.m. Mondays – begins July 11

SRP Activities (Ages 5-12) - 2:00-3 p.m. Thursdays, July 7,14,21,28

Puppets on the Go "Good Stuff"  DROP-IN  (All Ages) - 11:00-11:30 a.m. Thursday,    July 28.  Features Lambton County Library puppeteers.

Adult Book Club – 6:30 p.m. Monday, July 25 

Courtright (519 867-2712)

Tales for Tots (Ages 0-2) DROP-IN  - 10:00 a.m. Thursdays - begins July 14

Story Hour (Ages 3-5) DROP-IN  - 11:00 a.m. Thursdays - begins July 14

SRP Activities (Ages 5-12) - 6:00-7:00 p.m.

·         "Splash Off" Party - Tuesday, July 5.  Join us for a wet'n wild time!

·         Treasure Island -. Thursday, July 14.  A pirate adventure awaits.

·         Something Fishy at the library - Tuesday, July 19.  A tail swishing adventure with crafts, prizes and more!

·         Under the Sea - Thursday, July 28.  Enjoy an underwater world of fun.

Florence (519 692-3213)

Puppets on the Go "Good Stuff"  DROP-IN  (All Ages) - 2:00 - 2:30 p.m. Tuesday,       July 26.  Features Lambton County Library puppeteers.

Forest (519 786-5152)

SRP Activities (Ages 3-12) - 10:00 a.m. OR 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 6,13,20,27

Adult Book Discussion Group DROP-IN - 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 5

Adult Craft Group – 7:00p.m. Friday, July 29

Grand Bend (519 238-2067)

SRP Drop-in Activities - Drop-in for stickers and a worksheet.

Puppets on the Go "Good Stuff"  DROP-IN  (All Ages) - 11:00-11:30 a.m. Thursday,    July 21.  Features Lambton County Library puppeteers.

Library Appreciation Day & Fundraiser at Inwood Fire Hall - 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. Saturday, July 9. Featuring nostalgic pop/rock and country music by "The Pretenders".  Also includes draws, displays and refreshments available for purchase.

SRP Activities (Ages 4+) DROP-IN - 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 5,12,19,26

Adult Quilting – 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, July 14, 28

Routes to Roots – 7:00-9 p.m. Monday, July 25

Mallroad (519 542-2580)

Internet/Computer Lessons - One-on-one or group lessons available from July 4 to August 26.  Please call to book your one-hour appointment:

·         Between 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday

·         Between 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. Wednesday.

SRP Activities (Ages 3+ - Adult accompaniment required) DROP-IN - 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Wednesdays, July 6,13,20,27.  Make a craft.

Afternoon Book Club at Landmark Village (Public Welcome) - 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 12.  "The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie" by Alan Bradley.

Mandaumin (519 383-8085)

SRP Activities (Ages 4-12) - 1:00 - 2 p.m. Tuesdays, July 5,12,19,26.

Scrapbooking Evening (Ages 10 and up, including adults) - 3:00 - 9 p.m. Thursday, July 21.  Cost: $10 which includes dinner and goodies.  Register early as space is limited.  Register by calling the library or 519-845-0181.

Adult Book Club - 2:00-4 p.m. Monday, July 25

Mooretown (519 867-2823)

SRP Activities (Ages 5-12) DROP-IN - 2:00-3 p.m.

·         Pirates Ahoy! - Monday, July 4.  Join in the treasure hunt, water fight and more!

·         A Mermaid's Life - Monday, July 18.  Welcome mermaids and mermen…a magical world awaits you.

Oil Springs (519 834-2670)

Make and Take Crafts for Kids (All Ages) - Drop-in between 10:00 a.m. and 1 p.m. Saturdays.

Scraps & Glue (All Ages) - Drop-in between 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. Tuesdays.  A new craft each week!

Teen Games Night  - Drop-in between 6:00-8 p.m. Thursdays. 

Petrolia (519 882-0771)

SRP Activities - Flash Stories   -  Get ready for stories, crafts and crazy fun that can break out at any time at either the library, Victoria Park or the Farmers Market.

Puppets on the Go "Good Stuff"  DROP-IN  (All Ages) - 2:00 - 2:30 p.m. Thursday,      July 28.  Features Lambton County Library puppeteers.

Point Edward (519 336-3291)

SRP Activities (Ages 6-12) - 1:00 - 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 5,12,19,26

Port Franks (519 243-2820)

SRP Activities (Ages 4-12) - 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 5,12,19,26

Teen Drop-in (Ages 12+) - 7:00-8 p.m. Thursday, July 21

Puppets on the Go "Good Stuff"  DROP-IN  (All Ages) - 11:00-11:30 a.m. Tuesday,     July 26.  Features Lambton County Library puppeteers.

Teen Drop-in (Ages 11-18) – 7:00-8 p.m. Fridays, July 8,15,22,29

Sarnia (519 337-3291)

Please note:  Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult.  The          library does not accept responsibility for unattended children.

French Summer Story time "At the Pavillion" (All Ages) DROP-IN - 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays, July 5, 12, 19, 26

Barbie Fairytale Day (All Ages) DROP-IN - 2:00 p.m. Monday, July 4, in the library theatre.  Come dressed up in your favourite high fashion outfit and join us for a story.

Family Entertainment:  Craig Douglas, professional comedian and juggler - 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, July 6 in the Sarnia Library Theatre.  Admission is $1.00 and tickets must be pre-purchased.

Playstations (All Ages) - DROP-IN between 10:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Monday, July 11.  Includes painting, waterplay, art activities and more.

Movie Day  (All Ages) DROP-IN and watch movies between 11:00 a.m. & 2:00 p.m. Thursday, July 14.

Creative You and a Story Too! (Ages 6+) - 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Monday, July 18 and Wednesday, July 27.  Includes a story, movie and art activity.  Registration begins June 4.

Puzzle Day (All Ages) - DROP-IN any time during the day. Thursday, July 21.  Test your brain power on one of our challenging puzzles.

Adult/Teen Groups meet in the West Room unless otherwise stated.

HadouCon - 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturday, July 9.  Features Anime and Manga and related activities.

Book Discussion Group DROP-IN   - 7:00 p.m. Monday, July 4

Mystery Book Discussion Group DROP-IN  – 2:00 p.m. Monday, July 25.  Discussion:  Male Authors of the New Century

Shetland (519 695-3330)

SRP Activities  2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

·         Ages 3-12 - Saturday, July 9

·         Ages 5-9 - Saturday, July 16

Adult Book Club - 6:30 p.m. Monday, July 11

Sombra (519 892-3711)

Tales for Tots (Ages 0-4) DROP-IN - 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays - begins July 12

SRP Activities - 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 5,12,19,26

Teen Drop-in (Ages 12+) – 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 12.  Learn interview skills and how to write your resume with Service Canada.

Thedford (519 296-4459)

SRP Activities (Ages 3-11) – 1:30 - 3 p.m. Thursday, July 7,14,21,28 . 

Family Entertainment:  Craig Douglas, professional comedian and juggler - 10:00 a.m.  Thursday, July 7.  A donation, to offset costs, is appreciated.

Watford (519 876-2204)

SRP Activites

·         Best Start Ages Group - 1:30 p.m. Monday, July 4,11,18,25

·         Ages 4-7 - 10:15 a.m. Friday, July 8,15,22,29.  Special guest on July 8 on Water Safety

·         Ages 8-12 - 1:15 p.m. Friday, Friday, July 8,15,22,29

Tween Time (Ages 9+) - 4:00 p.m. Tuesdays, July 5,12,19,26

Afternoon Book Club at the Watford Friendship Centre (Adult) –1:30-2:30 p.m. Monday, July 18.  Contact the library for book details.

Wilkesport (519 864-4000)

SRP Activities (Ages 4-10) - 6:30 p.m. Thursday, July 7,14,21,28

Teen Games Night  (Ages 11+) - 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 6,27.  Activities include games and crafts.

Wyoming (519 845-0181)

Family Entertainment:  Craig Douglas, professional comedian and juggler - 2:00 p.m. Thursday, July 7.  A donation, to offset costs, is appreciated.

Tales for Tots  DROP-IN - 10:00 a.m. Tuesdays - begins July 5

Story Hour (Ages 3-5) DROP-IN  – 10:00 a.m. Fridays – begins July 15

SRP Activities (Ages 3-11) - 2:00-3 p.m. Tuesday, July 5,12,19,26

Adult Book Club - 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 20