we are a group of volunteers hosting an art auction/sale plus gift baskets at the AMA sportsman club at  468 lowes side rd in amherstburg on feb. 25/23 from 1pm-5pm. with the auction going from 1pm-4pm. we are raising funds for playground equipment for our parks here in amherstburg. we also want to bring awareness to nature tourism here. we have greg nemeth speaking about nature habitat at 1:45. we have bethany d'alimonte playing music all afternoon. tickets are $15  cash only, no ATM. auction pieces start at $100-$300.  food and drinks in the lounge.

Learn all about Libby, the library reading app by Overdrive.  Enjoy eBooks, audiobooks, digital magazines and more with your Belleville Public Library card.  We will show you everything you need to know to get started with Libby or to make the switch from the retiring OverDrive app.

This workshop will cover downloading the app & signing in, searching & borrowing titles, placing holds, adjusting reading settings, and more. 

If you don't have the Libby app downloaded on your device already, you can download the Libby app on most iOS and Android devices. Visit the Apple App Store or Google Play store and search for Libby. You can also use Libby in your web browser by going to libbyapp.com.

To register, call 613-968-6731 x2037, email infoserv@bellevillelibrary.ca, or visit the Information Services desk.

***Please note this workshop is about the Libby App, for use on a smart phone, tablet or computer. This workshop will not cover borrowing library eBooks on an eReader, such as a Kobo. For more information about library eBooks and eReaders, visit: https://bellevillelibrary.ca/libby

Epilepsy Awareness Month

Create a custom canvas tote to carry all of your library books! This workshop will use heat transfer vinyl and the library’s Cricut Maker cutting machine and Cricut Easy Press. We will provide all of the materials and walk you through the steps. 

This workshop is geared towards older teens and adults of all ages.  

Familiarity with using computers is recommended. 

Cost is $5 per person.  Space is limited so be sure to register!

To register, call 613-968-6731 x2037 or email infoserv@bellevillelibrary.ca. 

Kidney Health Month is an important time of year to highlight the impact of kidney disease and raise awareness of kidney health in communities across the country. People living with kidney disease fight a lifelong battle. The Kidney Foundation’s mission is to support those affected every step of the way– from diagnosis to treatment – with trusted educational resources and peer support programs.  We need public support to keep this important work moving forward.

The Kidney Foundation is inviting all Ontarians to make their mark in the fight against kidney disease by taking two important actions. 

• • Make a gift at www.kidneyontario.ca  to support programs and services that help ease the burden of kidney disease.
  • Help bring kidney disease out of the shadows by posting a photo of yourself on Instagram, Twitter, and/or Facebook and sharing your connection to kidney disease.  Tag five friends to keep the support going. Include the #MakeYourMark #KidneyHealthMonth hashtags in your post.

Kidney Health Month is an important time of year to highlight the impact of kidney disease and raise awareness of kidney health in communities across the country. People living with kidney disease fight a lifelong battle. The Kidney Foundation’s mission is to support those affected every step of the way– from diagnosis to treatment – with trusted educational resources and peer support programs.  We need public support to keep this important work moving forward.

The Kidney Foundation is inviting all Ontarians to make their mark in the fight against kidney disease by taking two important actions. 

• • Make a gift at www.kidneyontario.ca  to support programs and services that help ease the burden of kidney disease.
  • Help bring kidney disease out of the shadows by posting a photo of yourself on Instagram, Twitter, and/or Facebook and sharing your connection to kidney disease.  Tag five friends to keep the support going. Include the #MakeYourMark #KidneyHealthMonth hashtags in your post.

March is Kidney Health Month in Canada, a time to bring kidney disease out of the shadows and educate Canadians about how vital their kidneys are to our overall health. To further support this important month, the Kidney Foundation will launch its Kidney Health Month Digital Campaign.

The Kidney Health Month Digital Campaign will use this opportunity to increase awareness of the connections we ALL have to kidney disease while fundraising to provide hope and help when needed. This significant social media campaign shares personal stories of impact and sheds new light on kidney disease. Focusing on people throughout Ontario who are affected by kidney disease. It is a time when we can raise crucial funds to support investments into research, education, and services to support the four million Canadians living with kidney disease.

March is Kidney Health Month in Canada, a time to bring kidney disease out of the shadows and educate Canadians about how vital their kidneys are to our overall health. To further support this important month, the Kidney Foundation will launch its Kidney Health Month Digital Campaign.The Kidney Health Month Digital Campaign will use this opportunity to increase awareness of the connections we ALL have to kidney disease while fundraising to provide hope and help when needed. This significant social media campaign shares personal stories of impact and sheds new light on kidney disease. Focusing on people throughout Ontario who are affected by kidney disease. It is a time when we can raise crucial funds to support investments into research, education, and services to support the four million Canadians living with kidney disease.

Stop by the Tech Hub for this Drop-In program and use the library's Cricut Maker machine, Mug Press and Easy Press 2.

Bring your own supplies or purchase from our selection of materials.

For more information please call (613) 968-6731 ext. 2037, email infoserv@bellevillelibrary.ca, or visit our Cricut Maker page for more information!​

Join us and learn about Advanced Care Planning, presented by Hospice Quinte. 

Do you know who your Substitute Decision Makers are? Does anyone know your wishes if you became sick and unable to speak for yourself? This workshop will help you to determine your Substitute Decision Makers as well as identify some tips on starting Advance Care Planning conversations with your families and friends. Participants will also receive a wellness bag and workbook.

Saturday, March 11 at 3:00pm in the 3rd floor Meeting Room 

To register,  call 613-968-6731 x2037, email infoserv@bellevillelibrary.ca, or visit the Information Services desk.​