Administrator | Oct 12, 2026 | Comments 0
Prince Edward County offers six library branches with programs and services for everyone. Visit peclibrary.org to find upcoming events, the latest new books, and more.
Celebrate Consecon Library
Wednesday, Oct. 14 2-4 p.m.
Join us atr the Consecon Branch Library for light refreshments to celebrate the new windows and branch re-opening. All welcome.
Author Event: Jordan Himelfarb
Picton
Thursday, Oct. 15
7 pm–8 pm
A riveting chronicle of the battle for chess supremacy and the brilliant, eccentric, extremely online grandmasters changing an ancient game.
Interregnum follows brilliant and often eccentric minds around the world as they vie to become world chess champion. It’s a story of millennial greats whose time is running out. Of teenaged prodigies who refuse to wait their turn. Of triumph and heartbreak, aspiration and anxiety. Of an ancient sport experiencing a remarkable resurgence and of the extremely online enfants terribles changing the game.
Part sports chronicle, part paean, part character study, Interregnum offers something for both the chess-obsessed and the chess-curious as well as anyone who enjoys a riveting tale of struggle in sport or triumph of the intellect.
Tile Painting Workshop with Lise Lindenberg & Perry Poupore
Bloomfield Branch Library
Tuesday, Oct. 20
2 pm–5 pm
Registration is required for this event. https://princeedwardcounty.librarycalendar.com/event/tile-painting-workshop-lise-lindenberg-perry-poupore-13646
Learn to use the Majolica technique to paint your own tile Learn a new painting technique that has been used for centuries to paint tiles and ceramics. In this three-hour workshop, you will learn how to transfer an original design onto a tile by creating a template, tracing the outline and then using overglaze to paint your image. Your instructors will be Lise Lindenberg and Perry Poupore from Palat Pottery in Belleville. Each earthenware tile is made with local Belleville clay and is suitable for mounting on a wall, in a frame, or as a coaster.
All instructions and materials are provided. $35 for one tile or $60 for two – payable in advance to instructor at Perry@palatpottery.ca or in cash at the library.
Author Event: Harvey Brownstone
Picton – Nonfiction Area
Thursday, Oct. 22
7pm–8pm
Harvey Brownstone will discuss his new book, Without Prejudice: My Life as a Gay Judge
This searing and unforgettable memoir chronicles the turbulent trajectory of Canada’s first openly gay judge. Harvey Brownstone recounts the astonishing obstacles he confronted and surmounted with fearless resolve, including parental rejection, poverty, depression, homophobia, institutional inertia, and professional sabotage.
Copies of the book will be available for sale.
Staying Safer Online
Picton Branch – Janikowski Room
Friday, Oct. 23
2pm–3pm
Stay safer online and protect your privacy – learn practical tips and strategies you can use.
No prior experience required – all welcome.
Explore the Stars with Your Library Card – RASC Belleville Telescope Training
Picton Branch – Travel RoomExplore the Stars
Saturday, Oct. 24
2 pm–3 pm
Join members of RASC Belleville to learn how to use the ZWO S50 telescope to be able to sign it out from the Library
Storytime with Theatre at the Roundabout
Picton Branch – Children’s Room
Saturday, Oct. 24
10:30am–11:30am
“The Three Little Pigs” come to life in this interactive reimagining led by theatre practitioner John Burns. Best suited for ages 4-10 but all welcome.
Chair Yoga with Tamara Kayfetz
Picton Branch – Flex Space
Every Thursday
10:30am–11:15am
Registration is required for this event.
Breath work, relaxation techniques, and gentle movement, designed to strengthen, stretch and improve muscle tone and co-ordination. All levels and experience welcome. $5 per person, per session. Cash or debit.
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Curious about 3D Printing?
Want to create unique and one-of-a-kind items? Call the Picton Branch and book your time to learn more or to use the 3D printer. We even have a new 3D scanner which makes it easier to replicate existing items. (613) 476-5962
One-on-one tech help
One-on-one help is available at any branch of the Library or virtually through Zoom or over the phone. Library tech help is friendly, flexible and free, so whether you want to learn about Facebook, the latest in AI, or just want help setting up a new cell phone or tablet, give us a call at (613) 476-5962. Staff can help with any tech questions and if they don’t know the answer, they will work with you to try to find it.
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