Games @ the Library
Congratulations Michaela Hunt of Centreville Newfoundland, winner of the grand prize Nintendo Wii. Stephanie Collins of the Intertown Public Library, who held multiple game events that drew in over 85 participants, presented Michaela with her prize.
UPDATE Nov 27/09: We received a total of 2806 ballots. The draw was held on November 25 at the Ferriss Hodgett Library (Sir Wilfred Grenfell College, Memorial University, Corner Brook). Dr. Marc Thackray, professor in the English Department and Library Board Member, Corner Brook Public Library, pulled the winning ballot. The draw was witnessed by APLA “Games @ the Library” organizer, Louise McGillis, and the staff of the Ferriss Hodgett Library.
UPDATE Nov 2/09: Games @ the Library, 2009, was a huge success, with over 3000 participants in all four Atlantic provinces! A big thank-you to all the libraries that held events. Check out these pics:
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APLA President, Donald Moses, playing Guitar Hero at the University of PEI's Robertson Library. |
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The traditional, Canadian game of Crokinole at the University of PEI's Robertson Library. |
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A creative game of library-themed mini-golf is enjoyed by students at the University of PEI's Robertson Library. Fore! |
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Playing Twister at the Bibliothèque publique de Bas-Caraquet, NB. |
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Children playing PICTUREKA (one of the games donated by Hasbro Canada) at the Grand Falls Public Library, NB. |
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A life-sized game of Snakes N' Ladders at the Spring Garden Road branch of the Halifax Public Libraries, NS. |
About Games @ the Library
During the week of October 18-24, 2009, APLA will be sponsoring "Games @ the Library" week. What does this mean? Anytime that week, we are encouraging all libraries in Atlantic Canada to host a "game themed" event of their choice (board games, chess, trivia, scavenger hunts, video games, etc.). Events can be geared towards specific age groups or the whole community. Larger libraries may consider having separate events for kids, tweens & teens, or seniors. You are limited only by your imagination and energy levels! Our goal is to show that libraries are places where people meet, learn, and have fun.
Hasbro Canada Donating Games to Public Libraries
To make Games @ the Library week extra special, Hasbro Canada has agreed to provide each public library in Atlantic Canada with a copy of SCRABBLE Classic and PICTUREKA (one of their newest games!).
© 2009 Hasbro. All Rights Reserved. SCRABBLE, the associated logo, the design of the distinctive SCRABBLE brand gameboard, and the distinctive letter tile designs are trademarks of Hasbro in the United States and Canada.
Grand Prize: Nintendo Wii
One lucky winner in Atlantic Canada will be taking home a Nintendo Wii gaming system! Be sure to register the participants from your branch's Games @ the Library event(s) for their chance to win.
Getting Started
Not sure what Games @ the Library week is all about, or how to get started? We have lots of resources to help you with ideas and to promote your event(s).
Download Publicity Materials
Please note: publicity materials incorporating the Hasbro logo, PICTUREKA, SCRABBLE, and associated logos and designs, were officially approved by Hasbro in Canada and the United States. Individual libraries are not permitted to modify them, or use the Hasbro logos and designs, without prior approval from Hasbro.
Libraries are welcome to use APLA's Games @ the Library logo however they wish.
- Games @ the Library Poster (.pdf)
- Customizable Games @ the Library Poster (.pdf)
- Games @ the Library Bookmarks (.pdf)
- Games @ the Library Official Logo (.jpeg)
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36 comments postedBoard Games at the Library – Celebrate Games @ the Library week with a night of board games for all ages on Thursday October 22nd from 6:00 - 7:30 pm. Participants can enter a draw for a chance to win a Nintendo Wii.
Come join us for some fun & games such as Scrabble & Pictureka, at Cape Shore Public Library,
St. Bride's.
Come along & bring a friend and participate in some games and have your name entered to win
a grand prize, a Nintendo Wii...
Good luck
337-2360
From October 20th to 24th come have fun at the Campbellton Centennial Library! The theme for this week is “Games @ your library,” and people of all ages are invited to take part in various games available at their disposal.
Chess, puzzles, cards, dominos, Scrabble and many other games will be accessible throughout the library! In addition, each player will receive a coupon to participate in a draw to win a Nintendo Wii!
We've invited the public to enjoy games all week long at the library. We have placed our games on the tables for everyone to play and enjoy! On Thursday, Oct 22 we will be holding a games afternoon for kids ages 3-7 & trivia night for the teens.
Come on and get LOUD @ THE LIBRARY.
We are having GAMES DAY at the public library, with Board Games such as Scrabble, Pictureka, Chess, Checkers and more. Card Games such as Skip Boo and Cribbage and Computer Games. Refreshments will be provided. Get your friends together and come play a game.
Wednesday, Oct 21st 2009 from 2:00-4:00 & 6:00-8:00.
!! EVERYBODY WELCOME !!
Scrabble players and want-to-be scrabble players of all ages are invited to the Kennebecasis Library this coming Saturday, October 24 at 2:30 for a Scrabbalicious event. All participants will be entered into a draw for a Nintendo Wii system. Please register by calling 849-5314 or dropping into the Kennebecasis Public Library
Wednesday, October 21st is Games Night at the Port au Port Public Library, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Have fun playing games such as Scrabble and Pictureka. You can bring along your own card game or board game or you can play a computer game on one of our computers. Everyone is welcome. Participants will be entered for a chance to win the Grand Prize of a Nintendo Wii.
We will be holding a game afternoon on Thursday Oct 22. using the board games provided..
We've invited the public to drop in and play board games all week long. The A. C. Hunter Children's Library is also sponsoring a special scavenger hunt -- find Gertie the Ghost!
Thursday, October 22, is Games Day at Gambo Public Library, from 1:30-5:00 p.m. and 5:30-8:30 p.m. There will be various board games available to play, such as Scrabble, Pictureka and Sorry. You may like to bring along your own card game or board game or play a computer game. Everyone is welcome. There will be refreshments and prizes! Participants will be entered to have a chance to win the Grand Prize of a Nintendo Wii. Bring your family and friends and have lots of fun!
Games @ the Library
Games Week in Atlantic Canada
October 18 - 24
You could win a Nintendo Wii
Play a game....fill out a ballot
Thursday, Oct. 22
Picture Book Junction -- Games Day
Our regular PBJ group will enjoy fun and games
10:30 - 11:30 am
Scabble (for adults)
1:30 pm
Friday, Oct. 23
(P.D. day for schools)
Lego, Chaotic and POkemon
(bring your cards)
10:30 - 11:30 am
Saturday, Oct. 24
Board Games for Everyone
bring a game -- or use ours
bring a friend -- or meet someone new
play -- snack -- maybe win
**Game Night** October 20, 2009 6-8 pm ~ All ages welcome!~
We will be having games night at the public library with an assortment of board games, including Scrabble, Pictureka, Trivial Pursuit and more! We also have Nintendo Wii and Card games! Come along and bring a friend! Kids bring along your Nintendo DS if you like or try out some of the awesome websites we have available for gaming!!
Call 873-2650 for more information!
The Pictou-Antigonish Regional Library will host a week of Games @ the Library from October from 19th to 24th. The games will be held in recognition of National Library Month and will feature some of your favorite board games mixed with the new. Patrons of all ages are encouraged to visit their local library and participate in the excitement. For more information, please call the Programming Department at 755-6031 or visit us online at www.parl.ns.ca.
Monday, October 19th
Pictou Public Library
Games we used to play at the Seniors’ Café, 10:00 – noon. Light refreshments.
Tuesday, October 20th
New Glasgow Public Library
Holy Games Batman! 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. each day of the week., Justice Unbalanced tournament.
Pictou Public Library
Pictureka! at 4:00 p.m., for children ages 6+
A Scavenger Hunt at 6:30 p.m., Dewey Decimal will be there to help
Trenton Public Library,
Board game extravaganza and after school fun, 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. each day of the week.
Westville Public Library
Board game extravaganza and after school fun, 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. each day of the week.
Stellarton Public Library
‘The best games ever’, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Scotia Vacuum & Toys will showcase some of their most popular toys and board games.
River John Public Library
Board Game Extravaganza, 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., join our staff for a round of Pictureka! with the family.
Wednesday, October 21st
Pictou Public Library
An introduction to Bridge!, 2:00 – 3:30 p.m., learn the game from a pro.
Stellarton Public Library
After School fun from 3:00 to 4:30 p.m., children are welcome to play Scrabble and Pictureka! with their friends.
Thursday, October 22nd
Pictou Public Library
Scrabble at 2:00 p.m., calling all wordsmiths, if you are up for a challenge and have a spare game at home, please bring it along.
Lord of the Rings Board Game at 6:30 p.m. for children ages 8+, families welcome.
River John Public Library
More board game fun 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. with a family Scrabble tournament. If you have a spare game at home, please bring it along.
Friday, October 23rd
Pictou Public Library
Cribbage tourney at 2:00 to 3:30 p.m., a round table for those who’d like to learn from some pros or drop by to “skunk” someone yourself!
Stellarton Public Library
Toddle Time Games, 10:45 to 11:30 a.m. Scotia Vacuum and Toys will showcase games and toys for children.
Trenton Public Library
Holy Games Batman! 4:00 to 5:00 p.m., Justice Unbalanced tournament
Antigonish Public Library
ScrabbleFEST! ... calling all wordsmiths!, 6:30pm at the library!
Saturday, October 24th
Pictou Public Library
An introduction to Chess at 1:30 p.m. Calling all chess master who’d like to share the love of their sport with new enthusiasts.
Stellarton Public Library
Board Game Extravaganza. Come in a play a game with your friends and family. Bring your own board game or play one of ours.
a special event, ... 'Cache In' on Pictou County Treasures
In conjunction with the Pictou County Small Business week, also the same week as Games @ the Library week …, PARL with the support of our C@P sites have partnered with the Pictou County Tourism Association, to assist with their Geocaching adventure!
Friday, October 23rd
12:00 (noon) to approx 5pm
Join co-workers and have a fun Friday afternoon discovering Pictou County!
Eight teams of 4-5 can register to take part in a geocaching adventure that will lead you throughout the County. You will receive a GPS unit that will be programmed with coordinates leading you to caches, each cache will require a riddle to be answered before you continue to your next set of coordinates. The idea is to have fun while working as a team to discover the treasures we have in Pictou County.
Prizes will be awarded for various aspects of the event, including 1st place.
Only 8 teams can participate - register early. To register your team contact Pictou County Tourist Association at 902-752-6383 or email cmackinnon@tourismpictoucounty.com
Games Day at the Library
Celebrate Canadian Library Month by joining in the Games Day fun. Bring a friend, play an old favourite or learn a new game. All ages. Check with your local branch of the P.E.I. Public Library Service for details.
Alberton Public Library: Tuesday, October 27 at 7:00 p.m.
Confederation Centre Public Library: Saturday, October 24 at 2:00 p.m.
Murray Harbour Public Library: Tuesday, October 14 at 5:30 p.m.
Murray River Leona Giddings: Thursday, October 29 at 5:30 p.m.
St. Peters Public Library: Saturday, October 3 at 10:00 a.m.
Stratford Public Library: Check with library for details.
Family Games Day
Kensington Heritage Library
Saturday, October 24 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
We will have a variety of board games set up to play, with special
prizes to be won by participants in the branch. Games for all ages!
Phone 902-836-3721
Email kensington@gov.pe.ca
Stratford Public Library, Stratford, PE will be holding a games day on Wednesday October 21 from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Drop in with your family or a friend ,play a board game and fill out a ballot to win a Wii .
Games @ the Library
Friday, October 23, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Join us for a variety of games, such as, mini-golf in the library lobby, trivia with Alexander, Rock Band, Wii, Pente, Quarto, Tower of Hanoi, Chess, Crokinole, ...
For more information about this event, please contact Robertson Library
(902) 566-0453.
Buchans Public Library
Monday, October 19
Attention kids! The Library will be hosting a game night for kids of all ages on Monday, October 19th @ 7:00 pm. For more information about this event, please contact: Buchans Public Library at (709) 672-3859.
Labrador South Public Library
During the week of October 19 - 23, the library will have a selection of games set up to play. Challenge a friend or a parent to a game of Scrabble, Pictureka, Checkers, Chess or a card game. Participants will fill out a ballot and be eligible to win a Nintendo Wii. Come and join in the fun!!! For more information about this event, please contact: Labrador South Public Library at (709) 927-5542.
Bay Roberts Public Library
Games @ the Library: Seniors Night
Tuesday, Oct. 20
7:00 - 9:00
Games @ the Library: All Ages
Wednesday, Oct. 21
7:00 - 9:00
Come in and share a game or two with your friends and family and get a chance to win a Wii. Pictureka and Scrabble are the featured games, with others available as well. Feel free to bring your favourite board or card game, too! Registration not required -- drop ins welcome -- refreshments will be served! For more information about this event, please contact: Bay Roberts Public Library at (709) 786-9629.
Clarenville Public Library
During the week of October 19th to the 23rd, the library will have a selection of board games available to use in the library. Come in and bring a goup of friends and challenge them to a game of Scrabble, Pictureka, Skip-Bo, Bingo or many other games. For more information about this event, please contact: Clarenville Public Library at (709) 466-7634.
Ross King Memorial Public Library, Mount Pearl
The Ross King Memorial Public Library will be participating in "GAMES WEEK @ THE LIBRARY" from Oct. 19-24, with in-house games such as Trivia, Scrabble, and Pictureka for adults and kids, with prizes including a Nintendo WII awarded to participants. For more information about this event, please contact: Ross King Memorial Public Library at (709) 368-3603.
Southern Harbour Public Library
Monday, October 19
3:30 pm
Children are invited to assemble at the library at 3:30 for an evening of games and a scavenger hunt. Prizes will be awarded. For more information about this event, please contact: Southern Harbour Public Library at (709) 463-8814.
Wabush Public Library
Tuesday, October 20
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Wabush Public Library will be having a GAME NIGHT on Tuesday, October 20th from 6-8PM. We will be having board games, Wii, Music and refreshments!! We will also draw for a prize at the end of the evening! This event is for ages 8-11. Please register by calling 282-3479. For more information about this event, please contact: Wabush Public Library at (709) 282-3479.
Hare Bay/Dover Public Library
Games day for Kids (Ages 5-12)
Oct. 20
4:00 p.m.
Games Night for Adults
Oct. 21
7:00 p.m.
For more information about this events, please contact: Hare Bay/Dover Public Library at (709) 537-2391.
Whitbourne Public Library
We will be hosting two Gaming Nights!
Oct. 20
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Oct 21
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Come along and enjoy a game of Scrabble, Checkers or Pictureka! For more information about this events, please contact: Whitbourne Public Library at (709) 759-2461.
Lumsden Public Library
Wii Bowling for ages 50+
Tuesday, October 20
7:00 p.m.
The Lumsden Public Library is inviting all people ages 50+ to come by the Library on Tuesday, October 20 @ 7:00 p.m. to participate in Wii Bowling. Refreshments will be served! For more information about this event, please contact: Lumsden Public Library at (709) 530-2617.
Gander Public and Resource Library
Wednesday, October 21
All day event
Play a game of cards, Checkers, Snakes and Ladders, Candy Land, Scrabble, Pictureka, computer games or any game you would like to bring along. Test your gaming skills, or teach someone a new skill. Everyone is welcome! Refreshments will be served throughout the day! For more information about this event, please contact: Gander Public and Resource Library at (709) 651-5356.
Port aux Basques Public Library
The Port-aux-Basques Public Library will host two days of gaming:
Oct 21
2:00 pm to 5:00 pm AND 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Oct 22
2:00 pm to 5:00 pm AND 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Everyone welcome to these two days of fun. Participants will be entered for a chance to win the Grand Prize of a Nintendo Wii. For more information about this event, please contact: Port aux Basques Public Library at (709) 695-3471.
Lumsden Public Library
Thursday, October 22
6:30 pm
On Thursday, October 22 @ 6:30 p.m., the Lumsden Public Library will be hosting a Family Games Night. There will be various board games available to play. Bring out your family and have fun! Prizes to won! Refreshments served! For more information about this event, please contact: Lumsden Public Library at (709) 530-2617.
GAMES WEEK AT YOUR LOCAL LIBRARY
Come to your local library and have a blast Monday October 19th - Friday October 23.
We will be playing various board games which will include two featured games Scrabble and Pictureka, as well as others such as junior scrabble , alpha-beth and many more. There is no registration required. In order to enter your name for a chance to win a wii patrons must participate in a Games @ the Library week program. The games will be going all day and everyone is welcome, so drop on in and have a game.
The Doaktown Community/School Library is inviting the public to challenge students at board games during their lunch hour from Monday, October 19 to Friday, October 23. (From January to the end of March the children rush to the library to play board games during their noon hour break. This program is called "Bored No More - School Rounds.")
On Thursday, October 22 the "Scrabble for Seniors and Special Friends" will kick off a second season from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. That evening families are invited to play board games from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Note: After Games @ the Library week, the seniors will be meeting every Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. except for the month of December.
Belva Brown
Library Manager
The East Branch Library is hosting a Games Night at the library on Wednesday, October 21st from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Drop-in and play one of our games such as Pictureka or Scrabble or bring your own game to share! Everyone welcome and no registration required!
Games Week @ the McConnell Library Branch:
Sunday October 18th: Family Library Day 1:30-4:00 pm. Everyone welcome!
Activities for the afternoon include: Fairytale Trivia Game, Scrabble Tournament, Story Time, Carnival Games, Face-painting, and more!!
Tuesday October 20th: Seniors Cafe Games Day (55+) 1:00-3:30 pm.
Bring your friends for a few hours of fun. We'll have Scrabble, Chess, Checkers, board games and cards.
Tuesday October 20th: Learn to Play Tarabish 7:00-9:00 pm.
Come for an introduction to the game Cape Bretoners have made their own. Both beginners and experienced Tarabish players welcome.
Wednesday October 21st: After School Games (ages 8-12) 3:00-5:00 pm.
Bring your friends and enjoy video and board games at the Library.
Friday October 23rd: Teen Games Night (ages 13+) 8:00-11:00 pm.
Video and board games at the Library.
Moncton Public Library
Kids ages 6 and up and families are invited to drop by the library on Saturday, October 24, from 2 to 4 pm to play some great board games. Feel free to bring your own favourite games
All branches will have Scrabble and Pictureka out to play. The following branches will have special programs:
Annapolis Royal:
• Sunday, Oct. 18, 2-4 pm --Scrabble for all ages
• Tuesday, Oct. 20, 10-11:30 AM --Old-fashioned Games for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers
• Tuesday, Oct. 20, 5-7 PM — Board Games for Teens
• Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2:45pm-4:30pm – Fun and Board Games for ages 8-12
Bridgetown:
Wednesday, October 21 :
10-11 AM Preschool storytime featuring games;
2:30-4 PM Grades 2-6- Play games @the library
6:30-8:30 – Teen Lounge for ages 12-18. Games for teens.
Saturday, October 24- Trivia Night Fundraiser – End of the Line Pub
Hantsport:
Oct. 19, 20, & 22nd - Monday, Tuesday & Thursday night 6:30 -8:30.
Stop in and play some board games - Crokinole, Junior Scrabble, Balderdash , and more!
Kentville:
Tuesday, Oct 20, 11-12pm - Seniors Play Wii
Wednesday, Oct 21, 6-7:30pm - Family Games Night
Throughout the week, play board games in the Games Tent
Kingston:
Friday, Oct. 23, 9:30am - 11:30am – Seniors' Activity: Wii Sports Come see what all the fuss is about—and play a round of golf!
Friday, Oct. 23, 3:30pm - 5:00pm - After-School Group: Wii at the Library (Grades 4-8) --Play Wii and board games.
Lawrencetown:
Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2:30-4 PM, grades 2-6 — Come play some games @the library
Friday, Oct. 23, Teen Lounge - 6:30 - 8:30 PM. - Play Wii, board games, cards. Bring your own board game if you want.
Middleton:
Thursday, Oct. 22 , 4-5 PM - Stop by and try your hand at Wii
Windsor:
Thursday, Oct. 22, 3- 4:30 - School aged kids are invited to come create their own board game.
Wolfville:
Tuesday, Oct. 20, 3:30-5 PM - Kids ages 6 to 8 can join Alice for a great afternoon playing fun board games and eating tasty snacks.
Wednesday, Oct. 21, 3:30-5 PM - Kids ages 6 to 8 can join Alice for a great afternoon playing fun board games and eating tasty snacks.
Thursday, Oct. 22, 3:30-5 PM - Kids grades 3-5 can have a great afternoon in the C@P Lab playing computer games and eating tasty snacks.
Friday, Oct. 23, 3:30-5 PM - Kids ages 9 to 12 can join Sarah for a great afternoon playing fun board games and eating tasty snacks.
Play Board Games @ the Library -- and earn a chance to win a Wii console!
Monday, October 19 and Friday October 23 from 10am to 3:30 pm.
Come in and play a game or two with your friends and family. Scrabble© and Pictureka© (donated by Hasbro Canada) are the featured games. We will also have checkers, cards, snakes and ladders and other games available. Feel free to bring your favourite board or card game, too! Every player can fill in a ballot to win a Wii Console.
Limber up @ the library –Wii for adults …and earn a chance to win your own Wii console!
Wednesday, October 21 from 1 – 2 pm.
Improve your co-ordination and give your brain a fun work-out at the same time. Bowl, fish, play tennis, golf or billiards or just cheer on your friends. Staff will provide instruction and refreshments will be served. Bonus!! Every player can fill in a ballot to win their very own Wii Console.
Geocaching @ the Library
Thursday, October 22, 2009, 7 pm.
Geocaching is similar to hide and seek or a treasure hunt where players use a GPS
(global positioning system) to find containers called "caches". DayTripping recreation services is bringing Geocaching to the library to help families celebrate Games @ the Library Week (Oct. 18-24). We’ll start and finish at the library but will be “hunting” outdoors near Market Square.
Participants who preregister for this free program can fill out a ballot to win a Wii console!
Adults must accompany children under 18 yrs. of age
Please pre-register and meet at the Children’s Dept.
Dress to be outdoors
More Games @ the Library
Saturday October 24, starting at 2:00 p.m.
Bring an adult, bring your friends, and challenge them to a board game or card game in the Children’s Dept. Thanks to Hasbro for donating Scrabble© and Pictureka©.
Participants can fill out a ballot to win a Wii console!
To celebrate Games @ The Library Week from October 19-24, 2009, selected branches at Eastern Counties Regional Library will be hosting a game exchange! Bring one, take one! Participating libraries include Sherbrooke, Canso, Port Hawkesbury and Margaree Forks. Gently used puzzles will be available for free to pick up at the Cyril Ward Memorial Library in Guysborough, the Mulgrave Library and the Petit de Grat Library. For more information, call or visit your public library or call ECRL headquarters at 747-2597.
Children and youth are invited to visit the Mulgrave Library on Monday, October 19 at 3:30 pm to play some board games! Puzzle give-away during Games @ The Library week from October 19-24, 2009. For further information, call the library at 747-2588.
Celebrate Games @ The Library Week at the Drs. Coady & Tompkins Memorial Library in Margaree Forks from October 19-24, 2009. Small groups are welcome to visit the library to play some board games including Scrabble Classic and Pictureka donated by Hasbro Canada. Call ahead to book a time as space is limited. Puzzle and game exchanges will also take place during that week; bring one, take one! For more information, call 248-2821.
Look what’s happening at the
Port Hawkesbury Library!
For further information, call the library at 747-2597 or check out ecrl.library.ns.ca
Huntless Scavenger Hunt
October 19-24, 2009
Monday-Friday 3:00 – 8:00 pm; Saturday 11:00 – 2:00
Ages 7-11. Drop in any time and play!
Card and Board Games
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
3:00 – 5:00 pm Teens & Tweens
5:30 – 7:30 pm Adults
Sign up now to play a variety of games.
Bring a friend and enjoy a free night out!
Come Learn to Play Chess
Thursday, October 22, 2009
6:30 pm. All ages
Tamarac Education Centre (TEC) Chess Club will show us some tips
and tricks to playing chess.
Snakes and Ladders
Saturday, October 24, 2009
11:30 – 12:30 pm
Ages 4-6
Drop in and play this popular game!
Puzzle and Game Exchange
Saturday, October 24, 2009
11:30 – 12:30 pm
Bring in those puzzles and games that are in good condition and trade for others! (Only puzzles with all the pieces please!
The patrons at Elmsdale do not stay long so the focus is on quick, fun games. In addition to the Wii draw, all participants will be entered in a local draw for an allegedly fabulous prize i.e. library bag.
Tues. Oct 20, 10:30AM: (for preschoolers) “Bean bag toss”, “Tape tail on donkey”, and “I spy”
Tues. Oct 20 & Thurs Oct 22, 6-8PM: “So you’ve always wanted to be a librarian” game – A timed test of old and new skills: sorting cards, stamping dates and throwing unwanted pbks in the recycling.
All week: A casual game of chess – The board will be on the circ desk with a sign indicating whose turn it is. Patrons can make a move.
All week: Scrabble, cards, crokonole, and other board games
Cape Breton Regional Library
Games Week @ the McConnell Library:
Sunday October 18th: Family Library Day
1:30-4:00 pm (doors open at 1:00 pm)
Join us at the McConnell Library for a Fairytale Trivia Challenge, a Scrabble tournament, puzzles, board games and more! Refreshments will be served. Everyone is welcome!
Tuesday October 20th: Seniors Cafe Games Day
(55+) 1:00-3:30 pm
Bring your friends for a few hours of fun. We'll have Scrabble, Chess, Checkers, board games and cards.
Tuesday October 20th: Learn to Play Tarabish
(Adult Program) 7:00-9:00 pm
Come for an introduction to the game that Cape Bretoners have made their own. In small groups , we'll try our hand at Tarabish. Both beginners and experienced mentors welcome.
Wednesday October 21st: After School Games
(ages 8-12) 3:00-5:00 pm
Bring your friends for an afternoon of video and board games.
Friday October 23rd: Teen Games Night
(13+) 8-11 pm
Video and board games!
For more info. on these programs - please phone the McConnell Library 562-3161.
The Sackville Public Library Youth Services staff is planning a lot of different events, from video games, to a good old fashioned spelling bee. We're also hosting an all ages, family event on Friday, October 23 where everyone can play games, have fun and enter to win great prizes!
We're all looking forward to the week!
Drop by the library to play a variety of board games incuding Classic Scrabble and Pictureka, donated by Hasbro Canada. Children up to the ages of 13 are welcome! Monday, Oct. 19, Tuesday, October 20, and Thursday, October 22 fropm 3:00 - 4:00 pm. For info, call the Canso library at 366-2955.
Games at the Library
Come in and share a game or two with your friends and family and get a chance to win a Wii. Pictureka and Scrabble are the featured games, with others available as well. Feel free to bring your favourite board or card game, too!
* When: Thursday and Friday, October 22 & 23
* Time: All day
* Where: Lunenuburg Library, Thomas H. Raddall Library in Liverpool and Bridgewater Library
* Ages: Everyone welcome.
* Register: Registration not required -- drop ins welcome.
Let the Games Begin!
Halifax Public Libraries has 40+ games programs scheduled for Games @ the Library week. We have programs for all ages from pre-schoolers to seniors. Programs include board games, video game tournaments, giant floor games, puzzle & game exchanges and a presentation on video game development by HB Studios (the largest video game developer in Nova Scotia).
At our Keshen Goodman Branch, compete in activities based on the 2011 Canada Games and check out some exciting demonstrations of 2011 Games sports featuring some of Nova Scotia's up-and-coming athletes.
Detailed program descriptions, times, dates etc. will be available in our Sept-October Library Guide and on our website: www.halifaxpubliclibraries.ca
submitted by Darlene Beck (APLA VP Nova Scotia)
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