EXHIBIT RECEPTION: A Closer Look
This exhibition runs April 4-29 with the reception occurring April 11.
Step away from the panoramic and take a closer look at the familiar in a new exhibition by Bonnie Hastings and Wanda Haayen. From the bold, intricate details of a flower petal to a garden caught in late afternoon light, their work reflects the quiet beauty of small moments.
Proudly presented by The Arts & Culture Council for The Gallery at L.E. Shore, A Closer Look’s opening reception will take place on April 11 from 2:00 – 4:00pm. Drop by to meet the artists and enjoy an art-filled afternoon! Complementary refreshments provided.
Seniors Fitness 1
Improve your strength and balance and join us for a bi-weekly fitness class for seniors! Help keep your body moving with some easy stretches and gentle aerobics. Class is 45 minutes. Another class to follow from 11am-11:45am. Every Monday and Wednesday. Pay what you can.
Seniors Fitness 2
Improve your strength and balance and join us for a bi-weekly fitness class for seniors! Help keep your body moving with some easy stretches and gentle aerobics.
Every Monday and Wednesday at 11am. Pay by donation. Drop-in.
We will now be offering 2 back-to-back classes!Class 1: 10am-10:45am and Class 2 11am-11:45am (please note, Class 2 involves floor exercises)
Seniors Fitness 1
Improve your strength and balance and join us for a bi-weekly fitness class for seniors! Help keep your body moving with some easy stretches and gentle aerobics. Class is 45 minutes. Another class to follow from 11am-11:45am. Every Monday and Wednesday. Pay what you can.
Seniors Fitness 2
Improve your strength and balance and join us for a bi-weekly fitness class for seniors! Help keep your body moving with some easy stretches and gentle aerobics.
Every Monday and Wednesday at 11am. Pay by donation. Drop-in.
We will now be offering 2 back-to-back classes!Class 1: 10am-10:45am and Class 2 11am-11:45am (please note, Class 2 involves floor exercises)
Wired Wednesdays: Environmental Impact of AI (In Person Program)
Join Ashley for a down‑to‑earth look at the environmental impact of artificial intelligence. We’ll explore how AI uses energy, what it means for our planet, and how we can make greener tech choices. This program runs from 1pm-1:45pm
Wired Wednesdays: Drop in Tech Help
Need tech help? Ashley will be available in the L.E. Shore Boardroom from 2 PM-4 PM for drop-in sessions. Stop by with your device and passwords for 15-minute one-on-one assistance, no appointment needed, first-come, first-served.
Wired Wednesdays: Drop in Tech Help
Need tech help? Ashley will be available in the L.E. Shore Boardroom from 2 PM-4 PM for drop-in sessions. Stop by with your device and passwords for 15-minute one-on-one assistance, no appointment needed, first-come, first-served.
Flyfishing: They Call it Fishing Not Catching
Join local guide Fly Fishing Bob (Robert Koven) for a relaxing and interactive introduction to fly fishing. Learn the basics of the sport, including gear, local rivers, and the fish found in the Blue Mountains. The session will also explore “matching the hatch” choosing the right size and type of fly using natural feathers and materials to imitate what local trout are feeding on.
Bob will also share stories from his experiences as a guide and discuss how fly fishing can support mindfulness and mental wellness.
Great for all ages, kids and adults welcome. Interactive, with great photos and fun fishing stories.
🎣 Bonus: Bucket hat giveaway.Please RSVP.
Kimber Valley Farms Open House
We’re bringing Kimber Valley Farms to the L.E. Shore Library! Drop in for a hands-on, family-friendly experience all about Icelandic “Viking” sheep and their amazing wool. Meet the sheep (through photos and stories), feel a freshly shorn fleece, and learn how wool goes from pasture to finished products.
Discover why wool is a natural, sustainable alternative to synthetic fabrics, watch simple demonstrations of carding and felting, and try a small felting activity to make something to take home. You’ll also see samples of finished wool items and learn more about life on the farm and upcoming events. A fun and cozy way to connect with local agriculture, right here in our community.
All-ages.
Trivia Game Night
Play against each other or play as a group in a weekly interactive online Trivia Game Night! Fill your house with laughter and glee as you answer questions and compete for the top-spot on our scoreboard. Not available on Friday Nights? Don't worry! You'll be able to play Trivia Game Night throughout the week.
Participate through our website and our Facebook every Friday night at 7:00pm when we share the link to the game.
Trivia Game Night is available to play all week.
The Word on the Bay: Writer's Expo
Note: this is a private event, open to the public, supported by The Blue Mountains Public Library
All Writers and Readers Welcome! Free Admission!
The program will feature:
10:10 - 11:00am: Money Tips for Writers - A panel discussion about the practical financial aspects of writing for publication;
11:10 - 12:00pm: Putting Oompf into your Descriptions - A presentation on how to grab a reader's imagination with vivd, lyrical prose;
12:00 - 1:00pm: Lunch Break - Bring your own lunch and mingle.
1:00 - 1:45 hrs: Coming Attractions - Upcoming appearances and book releases and a sneak peek at CollingWord 2026;
1:45 - 2:15pm: The Great Flash Fiction Relay Contest - teams of five competing for a valuable prize.
2:15 - 4:00pm: Survey and sign-up forms
Community Clean-Up
Meet at Town Hall at 2pm.
Come and help us to clean up Thornbury Harbour, the downtown core, the Georgian Trail and anywhere else in TBM! Please wear closed toed comfortable shoes and bring gloves and a Ziplock bag. Special garbage and recycling bags will be provided. If you can't make it on the 18t, stop by Town Hall during Earth Week (April 20-24) to pick up a special garbage bag and you can get out there on your own time.
Seniors Fitness 1
Improve your strength and balance and join us for a bi-weekly fitness class for seniors! Help keep your body moving with some easy stretches and gentle aerobics. Class is 45 minutes. Another class to follow from 11am-11:45am. Every Monday and Wednesday. Pay what you can.
Seniors Fitness 2
Improve your strength and balance and join us for a bi-weekly fitness class for seniors! Help keep your body moving with some easy stretches and gentle aerobics.
Every Monday and Wednesday at 11am. Pay by donation. Drop-in.
We will now be offering 2 back-to-back classes!Class 1: 10am-10:45am and Class 2 11am-11:45am (please note, Class 2 involves floor exercises)