New Tecumseth Library Staging

The Writers' Room
2026-02-17 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Toronto) | Memorial Branch (Alliston), 17 Victoria St. E., Alliston, Ontario, L9R 1T3, Canada
The Writers’ Room
Write, share and discuss in a supportive, creative writing community. Writers of all skill levels, genres and styles are welcome. Meeting format will vary, offering both open and themed writing circles and additionally offering structured workshops. Day and/or evening sessions will be offered in our Alliston and Beeton Branches. Registration required, drop-ins welcome space permitting.
Join us:
February: Informal sharing circle. Verbally share your writing sample (max 1200 words) and receive constructive feedback from the group. Suggested prompt: Looking Behind. If you could relive one day from last year, which would it be and why?
Ideal for ages 18+

Let's Talk! English Conversation Circle
2026-02-17 16:00 - 16:45 | Memorial Branch (Alliston), 17 Victoria St. E., Alliston, Ontario, L9R 1T3, Canada
New to the community? Join us to practice English, meet people, share experiences, and build confidence -no pressure, just great conversation!
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Men's Book Club
2026-02-17 18:00 - 19:45 | D A Jones Branch (Beeton), 42 Main St. W., Beeton, Ontario, L0G 1A0, Canada

NTPL Seniors Social
2026-02-18 10:00 - 12:00 | Tottenham Community and Fitness Centre, 139 Queen St. N., Tottenham, ON, Canada
Looking for a fun and friendly way to spend your morning?
Bring your favourite handheld craft, projects, and ideas to this lively weekly gathering of seniors. Share your creativity, swap stories, and make new friends in a warm, welcoming space.
Ideal for ages 55 +
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Banned Books and Beers: Lolita by Vladimir Nabokov
2026-02-18 13:00 - 15:00 | The Gibson Centre for Community, Arts and Culture, 63 Tupper St. W., Alliston, Ontario, Canada
Help us celebrate Freedom to Read Week, February 22-28, 2026. Join us for a discussion of Lolita, a 1955 novel written by Russian-American novelist Vladimir Nabokov that addresses the controversial subject of hebephilia. The book has received critical acclaim regardless of the controversy it caused with the public.
Light snacks will be served. Buy your own beer (or other beverage). Non-alcoholic beverages available for sale to participants under the age of 19.
Freedom to Read Week is an annual event that encourages Canadians to think about and reaffirm their commitment to intellectual freedom, which is guaranteed them under the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. freedomtoread.ca
Ideal for ages Adult 18+

Let's Play: Chess
2026-02-18 16:30 - 17:30 | Memorial Branch (Alliston), 17 Victoria St. E., Alliston, Ontario, L9R 1T3, Canada
Come play chess at the library! We provide the boards and the how-to-play chess books, and you bring the moves. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned player, you’re welcome to drop in, meet other players, and enjoy a game.
Expect to share tips, learn new strategies, and play games with other drop-in players.
No registration required. All ages and skill levels welcome.

Beeton Cookbook Club: Red Food
2026-02-18 18:00 - 19:30 | D A Jones Branch (Beeton), 42 Main St. W., Beeton, Ontario, L0G 1A0, Canada
Join the Beeton Cookbook Club to test, taste and review recipes related to February’s theme: Red Food
Cookbook Club is not a cooking demonstration, but a chance for fellow foodies to share recipes, favourite cookbooks, and tips and tricks they have learned during their cooking experiences, all related to the month’s theme. It is low key, no pressure, and listeners are welcome too! We simply chat, learn, and have fun. Food contributions are welcome but not necessary; we share what we have.
As always, a small selection of theme-related cookbooks will be on hold for Cookbook Club members at the Beeton D.A. Jones Branch one month before each meeting date. Feel free to stop by, ask for the cookbooks at the desk, and check out any you like. Staff in the Alliston and Tottenham branches are more than happy to help you find related cookbooks in those branches as well; again just ask at the desk! Or, feel free of course to use your own recipes, family recipes, other cookbooks you have access to or recipes off the Internet.
Ideal for ages adults 18+

Queer and Ally Craft Club
2026-02-18 18:00 - 19:45 | Memorial Branch (Alliston), 17 Victoria St. E., Alliston, Ontario, L9R 1T3, Canada
Let’s get crafty! A fun casual hangout for 2SLGBTQ+ and allies. Bring your own supplies.
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Kingsmere Book Club
2026-02-19 14:00 - 15:30 | Kingsmere Retirement Residence, 4649 Adjala Tecumseth Townline, Alliston, Ontario, L9R 0C4, Canada

Lunar New Year Bingo
2026-02-19 17:00 - 18:00 | Memorial Branch (Alliston), 17 Victoria St. E., Alliston, Ontario, L9R 1T3, Canada
Luck, laughter, and Lunar New Year Bingo — celebrate with tradition and win prizes!
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In the Loop
2026-02-19 18:30 - 19:30 | Pam Kirkpatrick Branch (Tottenham), 139 Queen St. N, Tottenham, Ontario, L0G 1W0, Canada
A Group for teens and adults who enjoy crochet, knitting, sewing, rug hooking, …whatever – together! (bring your own supplies).
For more information, please contact Paula Wright at child-youthservices@ntpl.ca.
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Tech Time: Digital Resources at NTPL
2026-02-21 14:00 - 16:00 | Memorial Branch (Alliston), 17 Victoria St. E., Alliston, Ontario, L9R 1T3, Canada
Ideal for ages Ages 18+
Discover all the amazing digital resources that are available through NTPL! This session will give you an overview of all the resources we have and how to use them, including, but not limited to: Ancestry, LinkedIn Learning, Libby, cloudLibrary, Kanopy, HelpNow, Job Now, Niche Academy and NoveList.

Mending and Re-Fab Circle
2026-02-21 14:00 - 16:00 | Pam Kirkpatrick Branch (Tottenham), 139 Queen St. N, Tottenham, Ontario, L0G 1W0, Canada
Ideal for ages 16+. A drop-in program for folks who have textiles that need repairs or upcycled can come in to use our sewing equipment, notions, and advice from fellow DIYers. All experience welcome, with supplies available in limited quantities. Attendees are allowed bring their own equipment.
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