APL Book Club
Aurora Public Library Book Club. If you enjoy discussing books, join us the last Wednesday of the month (Sept-June, excluding Dec.) from 7:00-8:30 p.m. in the Marjorie Andrews Room, second floor. Wednesday September 27: Natural Order
Adults
OBOA Grand Finale: Meet Brian Francis
Join us for the grand finale of the 2017 OneBookOneAurora project.
Meet Brian Francis, author of the 2017 selection Natural Order and get insight into the real life experiences that shaped the novel.
Meet Brian Francis, author of the 2017 selection Natural Order and get insight into the real life experiences that shaped the novel.
Free Tickets Available Starting: August 1, 2017
OBOA: Aging as Living in Time: a discussion
The picture of old age as being a time of inevitable decline is fraught with all sorts of assumptions that are deeply ingrained in our culture. In the book Natural Order, the central character Joyce Sparks exemplifies many of the conventional qualities of old age – regret, sadness, loss, denial. In the end, however, Joyce illustrates how even in old age, it is possible to learn, grow and become a better and more whole human being.
October 3rd, 7:00pm to 8:30pm
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OBOA: Photography Contest: ALIVE!
Photography submission deadline: Sept. 29, 2017
Investigate and capture the beauty and struggles of what it means to be truly ALIVE!
Portraits, street scenes, documentary and conceptual – straight from the camera or digital illustrations are welcome.
Inspire us with your creativity!
Please send submissions to: brock@auroran.com
OBOA: OBITUARY FICTION: a writing workshop
Join author and zine artist, Marnie Maguire, for an exploration in character development.Using an imagined obituary as a literary device and writing prompt, bring a character back to life by revealing the truth (and lies) behind an artfully crafted death notice. Of interest to writers of fiction, poetry or memoir.
Registration opens Aug. 1
OBOA: LGBTQ+ in Conversation
Join interviewer Brock Weir, managing editor of The Auroran, for an evening of intimate conversation with Chelsea Derry, Jacob Gal, Lisa Feldstein and Jenn Tyrrell about the challenges and celebrations experienced by LGBTQ+ communities today, including issues of culture, diversity and inclusion.Networking and refreshments.
Free Tickets Available Starting: August 1, 2017
APL Camera Club
Attention experienced shutterbugs and novice photographers! Aurora Public Library hosts a Camera Club, the last Thursday of each month, October to May. Swap tips with other photographers and videographers; topics will include choosing the right camera, lighting, publishing your photos online.
Assertive Communication Strategies for Work and Home
Discover communication strategies that will help you advocate for your needs, express your ideas and manage conflict in the workplace and in your personal life.
Tuesday June 6
3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
Free! Please register in advance.
For ages 15 - 29
Electric Car - Info Session
Learn more about electric cars – how they save money and the environment! Come hear a presentation from Plug ‘n Drive, a non-profit organization committed to helping the adoption of electric cars followed by a Q&A.
An electric car model will be onsite for viewing.
ESL Conversation Group
ESL Conversation Group. ESL students are welcome to join this FREE continuing adult English conversation program offered by a facilitator from York Catholic District School Board. By practicing everyday conversations, you will learn new vocabulary and improve pronunciation and speaking skills. Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Register in two steps: 1) Sign up for the program at the Adult Information Desk, 905-727-9494 x275
2) Take the free language assessment test: ysla@tcet.com, 1-855-330-8655, or Losia Makarians: 647-882-0036