Summer In the Jungle!

OSHAWA, DURHAM REGION - No reason to be bored this summer! If you think the words "I'm bored! There's nothing to do!" is going to be spoken this summer, then head over to your local library. Oshawa Public Library is "stacked" with fun things to do, and before you know it, you'll be wishing that summer was a few weeks longer.

Here are some summer events at the McLaughlin Branch.

Wii-Play Thursdays
If you want to try it out before you check it out, then come to Wii-Play Thursdays where we’ll feature new games from the collection each week and we’ll even preview some games you can’t check out yet.

McLaughlin Branch, Children’s Services
2:00 Every Thursday

Text Ur Way Out of the Jungle
Txt Ur <3 out at this fun contest! Think you can text faster than anyone? Here’s your chance to prove it! Win prizes, eat food, and show your texting speed at this awesome program. Ages 12 – 18. Free registration at any branch.

McLaughlin Branch, Children’s Services
Tuesday, July 6 from 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Jungle Jam Guitar Workshop
Join local musician Ron Beer as he teaches you the basics and intermediates of guitar. Instruments will be provided for each participant to play during the programme, or bring your own guitar. Space is limited. Ages 8-18. Free registration at any branch beginning June 25.

McLaughlin Branch, Children’s Services
Friday, July 9 at 2:00 p.m. for beginners
Friday, July 9 at 3:00 p.m. for intermediate players

Journey through the Jungle
Never been to the jungle before? Now’s your chance to answer wild clues and compete for prizes through the jungle that is the library. Ages 10-15. Free registration at any branch.

McLaughlin Branch, Children’s Services
Monday, July 12 from 6:30-7:30 pm

Wild Wear: Tie Dying
Get your funk on and celebrate the 60s. Tie dyes will make you groovy all summer long! Dig it! Don’t forget to bring your own white shirt, shorts, socks, etc. to tie dye! Ages 12 – 18. Free registration at any branch.

McLaughlin Children’s Patio
Tuesday, July 13 from 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Craft It ~ Decorate a Journal
Create a journal to jot down your thoughts, artwork, poetry and more. Materials will be provided. For teens ages 12-18. To register, call 905-579-6111.

McLaughlin Branch, Children’s Services
Thursday, July 22 from 6:30-7:30 pm

Jungle Tunes
Music defines who you are! Bring your favourite song to share with others and play musical games, trivia and more! Ages 10 – 15. Free registration at any branch.

McLaughlin Branch, Children’s Services
Tuesday, July 20 from 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Lose Your Marbles in the Jungle
Join us for this crafty marble event. We will be making magnets and more. Supplies will be provided. Ages 12-18. Free registration at any branch.

McLaughlin Branch, Children’s Services
Tuesday, July 27 from 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Jungle Boogie
Are you ready to rock? Compete for bragging rights or prizes in our Band Hero Tournament. Participants are welcome to enter with a full band (drummer, vocals, bass, and lead guitar), but this is not necessary. For ages 10-15. Space is limited. Free registration at any branch.

McLaughlin Branch, Children’s Services
Tuesday, July 28 from 2:00-3:00 pm

Jokers Wild: Make Your Own Game
Get your game on at this fun event! We will be playing and creating our own games. Be prepared to laugh! For ages 10-15. Space is limited. Free registration at any branch.

McLaughlin Branch, Children’s Services
Tuesday, August 3 from 2:00 – 3:00 pm

Greek Out!
Join us at the Percy Jackson Half-Blood Regional Meeting (Part II)! Have fun learning Ancient Greek, fashioning a Greek toga, sandals, and much more! Ages 10-15. Free registration at any branch.

McLaughlin Branch, Children's Services
Monday, August 9 at 6:30pm

Body Art: Henna
Learn the ancient art of henna at this exciting event. Artist Natasha Schoonbroodt of Fancy Faces Party will be creating free, safe, temporary henna tattoos for you! For ages 12-18. For participants under 18, a signed parent/guardian permission form must be returned prior to the workshop.

McLaughlin Branch, Children’s Services
Tuesday, August 10 from 2:00-4:00 pm

Puppet Show: Robin in Da Hood
Join Robin and his friends as they journey through the urban and tropical jungle in this fractured fairy tale puppet show that is written, directed and performed by the Oshawa Public Libraries Teen Advisory Board. Family programme. Free registration at any branch beginning August 11.

McLaughlin Branch, Children’s Services
Wednesday, August 11 at 10:30 am and 1:30 pm

Make a Jungle in a Jar
Create your very own jungle to take home with you! Materials will be provided. Ages 10-15. Free registration at any branch.

McLaughlin Branch, Children’s Services
Tuesday, August 17 from 2:00 – 4:00 pm

Concrete Jungle
Put your architectural skills to the test to create an urban masterpiece. A variety of building supplies will be provided and it will be up to you to out-build and out-last the competition. Ages 10-15. Free registration at any branch.

McLaughlin Branch, Children's Services
Monday, August 23 at 2:00 pm

Tribal Beats – Make Your Own Instrument
Have a musical talent? Share it with others at this exciting event as we make our own instruments and celebrate with our tribe! Ages 10-15. Free registration at any branch.

McLaughlin Branch, Children’s Services
Tuesday, August 24 from 2:00-3:00 pm

End of Summer Jungle Celebration
Join us for food, fun, and prizes at this celebration! We will be playing the latest video games, completing puzzles for prizes and more. Ages 12-18. Free registration at any branch.