The Moose Jaw Public Library (MJPL) is turning their full attention to implementing some exciting online changes in January, including a new program reservation system, an online room booking system, and the launch of a revamped website.
Library patrons should know that January program information can still be found at moosejawlibrary.ca/programs, by signing up for the monthly e-newsletter, and at the MJPL Facebook page at facebook.com/MooseJawLibrary.
For the time being, registration for programs that require it can be done by calling Naiomi Setter, the library's public service/social media clerk, at 306-692-8210. Outside of regular business hours, clients can leave a message, or simply email Naiomi at nsetter@moosejawlibrary.ca.
Registrations will be taken in the order received. The library hopes to have online registration for programs go live on the website again on January 2.
The Library will be open regular hours, except for holiday closures on Dec 24, 25, 26, 31, and Jan 1. The Library's digital services are always available.
Patrons looking for holiday programs should know that LEGO activities for ages 4 to 12 - LEGO will be out during open hours, Digital D&D on Fridays and Magic the Gathering on Saturdays will continue as usual, and there will be three free movies over the break:
- All ages - Dec 27 at 6:30 p.m. — Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (PG)
- Adults - Dec 28 at 6:00 p.m. — First Man (PG)
- All ages - Dec 30 at 2:30 p.m. — Elemental (G)
More good news: Movie fans will be able to enjoy a new projection system installed in the MJPL Performing Arts Theatre, including projector, sound system & screen. The retrofitting is expected to be completed by Dec. 22.
MJPL All-Ages and Adult programs in January
- Tech Time (ongoing)
- By appointment only, call 306-692-2787 to book a personalized one-on-one session with a tech wizard who can help clients learn how to use their devices and apps.
- Magic the Gathering
- For ages 13 and up, all experience levels welcome, drop-in program.
- Saturdays, January 6, 13, 20, and 27 at 2 p.m. in the Reading Room.
- Moose Jaw Chess Club at the MJPL
- All ages and experience levels welcome.
- Sunday, Jan. 7 and 21 from 1 to 4 p.m. in the South Meeting Room.
- MJPL Movie Club (three dates, for adults)
- Monday, January 8 in the MJPL Theatre at 6 p.m., discussion to follow.
- Jan. 8 to feature The Apartment (1960).
- Monday, January 22 in the MJPL Theatre at 6 p.m., discussion to follow.
- Jan. 22 to feature Bootlegger (2021).
- Thursday, January 25 in the MJPL Theatre at 6 p.m., discussion to follow.
- Jan. 25 is a new Movie Club documentary night featuring Love in the Time of Fentanyl (2022).
- Monday, January 8 in the MJPL Theatre at 6 p.m., discussion to follow.
- All-Ages Movie Night
- Wednesday, January 24 at 6:30 p.m. in the MJPL Theatre.
- Featuring The Rescuers Down Under (1990).
- All-Ages Movie Matinee
- Saturday, Jan. 27 at 2:30 p.m. in the MJPL Theatre.
- Featuring Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny (2023).
MJPL Youth programs in January
- Registration is required for all library D&D programs.
- New Adult Digital D&D
- For ages 15 to 22, Fridays at 4 p.m. on the library’s Discord channel.
- Teen D&D — Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
- This month’s one-shot D&D campaign, for ages 12 to 16 in the MJPL Archives.
- Tuesdays OR Thursdays, Jan. 2 to Feb. 1 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
- Teen Gamers – Game Night
- Wednesday, January 10 at 6:30 p.m. in the Herb Taylor Room, for ages 12 to 19.
- Featuring card games, board games, and video games in various formats. No registration required; snacks provided.
- Teen Maker Space
- Wednesday, Jan. 1 at 6:30 p.m. in the Herb Taylor Room.
- Snacks provided for this drop-in program, ages 12 to 19.
- How do I do that?! One-on-one instructional workshop series
- Tuesdays, 2 to 4:30 p.m., and Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., in the Herb Taylor Room, for ages 15 to 25.
- Get help with everything from scholarships to resume writing to budgeting.
- Drop in or book a time at the information desk.
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