Grown-Ups

Author Talk with Waubgeshig Rice

The Huntsville Public Library is thrilled to announce that we will host Waubgeshig Rice for an evening this fall. He will discuss his latest work, Moon of the Turning Leaves, the sequel to the bestselling novel Moon of the Crusted Snow.

Tickets on sale Monday, October 2nd. 

Visit our Author Talk with Waubgeshig Rice page for more details.

Thursday, November 23 at 7 - 9 PM at the Active Living Centre | See Map

Wisdom of the Medicine Wheel

Workshop facilitated by Jan Beaver (Guest Speaker at Orange Shirt Day).

The Medicine Wheel of the Anishinaabe people is foundational wisdom that guides us in our relationship and responsibilities to ourselves, our communities, the Earth and all of Creation. In sharing this wisdom, there are many important elements and facets in each of the 7 directions that can help everyone live life in more balanced ways. Storytelling and drumming will be woven into this Medicine Wheel sharing to deepen understanding of the cultural perspectives and oral history of the Anishinaabe people of the Great Lakes area.

Registration required. 

Friday, September 29 at 1-3 PM ***Waitlist Available***

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Books & Brews: the Sequel

Books & Brews the sequel, is a lighthearted, fun book club for book lovers to connect and discuss the month's book of choice. The fall theme is sequels.

Registration required. Registration opens Friday, August 11.

September to November at Canvas Brewing Co. | See Map

3rd Wednesday of the month at 6-7 PM

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Sewing the Indigenous Way

Join Mary Spring, Terri Howell and Hope Arises for a Ribbon Skirt sewing workshop.  

Learn the importance of Indigenous ribbon skirts and our connection to Mother Earth. Experience the art of sewing and creating a ribbon skirt. Participants will learn the history of ribbon skirts, their sacred value for the present, and how you can be part of living out change for the future.

Sewing machines and all fabric provided. Light lunch and refreshments provided. 

All are welcome-Indigenous and non-Indigenous.

No cost. Registration required. Registration opens Wednesday, September 6.

Thursday October 5, at 9 AM - 4:30 PM ***Waitlist Available***

Bead Wrapping Talking/Smudge Feathers

Learn a simple bead-wrapping technique to dress up your ceremonial feathers while doubling as a handle. Facilitated by The Muskoka Indigenous Friendship Centre.

All materials provided.

This activity is made possible by The District of Muskoka Community Enhancement Grant.

For adults and teens, registration opens September 6.

Saturday, October 14 at 1-3 PM

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Christmas Looped Earrings

Building on the skills learned at the Quill Earrings workshop, create another simple looped earring that will make a lovely Christmas gift for a special person in your life. Facilitated by the Muskoka Indigenous Friendship Centre.

All materials provided.

This activity is made possible by The District of Muskoka Community Enhancement Grant.

For adults and teens, registration opens September 6.

Saturday, November 25 at 1-3 PM

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Fiber Arts Craft Group

Join fellow crafters at the library to knit, crochet or stitch! All levels are welcome. Please bring your own supplies. Registration is required.

Meets twice monthly, on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month at 1-2 PM

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