NOW FULL: Continuing with Watercolours (2nd Series) | Teresa Przybylski
This workshop series is full. Please email TheGallery@TheBlueMountains.ca and we will add you to our waitlist!
Due to popular demand, Teresa Przybylski will be hosting a SECOND 6-month watercolour workshop series!
Open to participants aged 14 and up, this hands-on series invites you to experiment with pencil sketching, composition, watercolour techniques and more.
Class ScheduleClasses will occur at the L.E. Shore Library & Gallery every second Wednesday of the month, 1-3pm, from November 2026 – April 2027.
Please note that the exception to this schedule will be the November class, which will occur Monday, November 9, 2026.
Dates Monday, November 9, 2026 Wednesday, December 9, 2026 Wednesday, January 13, 2027 Wednesday, February 10 Wednesday, March 10 Wednesday, April 14 RegistrationRegistration for this series is required by end of day October 30, 2026. Please note that you are registering for the entire series, not individual workshop dates. While you are not required to commit to every session of this series, we encourage participants to attend as many as possible.
Additional Information Ages: 14+ Experience required: interest in art, basic skill in any technique – drawing, watercolour, painting. Cost: FREE Supplies: all supplies provided.
NOW FULL: Intuitive Weaving | Dianne Kennedy Cruttenden
This workshop is full. Please email TheGallery@TheBlueMountains.ca and we will add your name to the waitlist!
Intuitive Tapestry Weaving moves beyond the rigid patterns and structures of traditional weaving to explore the freedom of letting your instincts guide your creation. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced weaver, this workshop encourages you to trust your intuition, while exploring a variety of techniques, textures and materials.
This is one of Dianne’s favourite workshops. There is always a joyful energy that is created as we play with all the colourful yarn and fibres and allow ourselves the freedom to explore weaving without restrictions. As we complete our weavings and reflect on the fun day we have had, we look around the classroom and see how each creative expression is unique and exciting.
Additional Details Ages: 16+ Supplies: everything you will need will be provided, including a large selection of beautiful yarn, various fibres and a simple frame loom to use and take home. Snacks: please bring a bag lunch and drinks.
Library Board Open House
Come meet current Board members and learn more about what it’s like to serve on the Blue Mountains Public Library Board. We’ll talk about what the Board does, what the commitment looks like, and how to apply, with plenty of opportunity to ask questions and hear firsthand about the Board experience.
Two sessions:
Tuesday, October 20 | 5–6 p.m. | L.E. Shore Memorial Library Tuesday, November 3 | 5–6 p.m. | L.E. Shore Memorial LibraryKey Dates:
October 28 — Applications open November 18 — Application deadline November 19 — Applications provided to the Selection Committee November 23–26 — Selection Committee review and interviews, if required November 30 — Special Council meeting to consider recommendations and provide direction; selected applicants then proceed to reference checks December 14 — Council appointment of selected applicants, pending satisfactory reference checks
EXHIBIT CLOSING: New Beginnings – Pods & Seeds in Fibre Art
This exhibition closes on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at 2:00 p.m.
New Beginnings, featuring Connections Fibre Artists, is a textile art exhibition inspired by pods and seeds, literal instruments of newness. Using layered fabrics, stitching, felt, dye and woven forms, artists explore the quiet power of beginnings: those moments when something new is waiting to emerge. Through the artist’s craft, pods and seeds become metaphors for transformation, healing and change, with some pieces suggesting growth or fragility, others evoking regeneration after difficult experiences.
The exhibition invites reflection on beginning again: after loss, migration, change or renewal, and reminds us that even the smallest seed carries the potential for transformation.
Tech Help Drop In
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.
Knit and Knatters
Our informal knitting club is open to enthusiasts of all skill levels, and we invite you to join us in our cozy and friendly space. All you need to bring are your needles and wool, and you'll have the perfect setting to knit, chat, and forge new friendships.
EXHIBIT OPENING: Traces of Stillness
The Gallery at L.E. Shore is pleased to present Robin Kingsburgh and Maija Zemitis for the month of November 2026:
“Our collaborative exhibition invites viewers into a space of serenity, shaped by the quiet beauty and rhythms of the natural world. In contrast to the overwhelming pace of urban and technological life, our work offers a meditative refuge: an opportunity to transcend the noise of everyday existence and reconnect with something more timeless and grounding.
Drawing inspiration from the forms, textures and patterns found in nature, we explore how these elements can foster stillness, reflection and a deeper sense of presence. Nature, we believe, speaks a universal language. One that reminds us of our shared humanity and our place within the greater flow of life. As artists, we seek to nurture an ethic of care for the earth, for one another and for future generations.”
Robin Kingsburgh | Maija Zemitis
Don’t miss the opportunity to meet Robin and Maija at their grand opening on November 7, 2026, from 2:00-4:00pm. This is a free event to attend, and no registration is required.
The show runs November 7 – December 2, 2026.
Death Café: A Group Discussion About Death
Death Café: A Group Discussion About Death.
Join us for an open and relaxed discussion about death and dying, as we shift the conversation from one of fear and avoidance to that of familiarity, comfort, and consciousness.
This session will be led by Be McCarthy, a death-care educator and facilitator who brings a compassionate, thoughtful approach to conversations about death, dying, and end-of-life care. Be creates welcoming spaces where people can explore these topics openly, ask questions, share experiences, and consider how we can better prepare for and support the realities of death and dying. Their work encourages meaningful conversations that can help make death care more personal, informed, and accessible.
This is a discussion group rather than a grief support group, with no intention of leading participants to any conclusion, product, or course of action. Please note, we are now meeting on Monday evenings from 5:30-7:30pm. Refreshments will be served. Limited space. Please register below.
Knit and Knatters
Our informal knitting club is open to enthusiasts of all skill levels, and we invite you to join us in our cozy and friendly space. All you need to bring are your needles and wool, and you'll have the perfect setting to knit, chat, and forge new friendships.
Intro to English Smocking: PROGRAM FULL
This program is FULL. Please email LIBRARYPROGRAMS@THEBLUEMOUNTAINS.CA to be placed on the waitlist.
Discover the timeless art of English Smocking at the L.E. Shore Library with Robin. In this hands-on introductory class, participants will learn the basics of traditional smocking techniques used to create delicate gathers, decorative patterns, and beautifully detailed sewn designs.
Robin first discovered smocking in Grade 8 sewing class and quickly fell in love with the craft. Over the years, she has created handmade dresses for her daughters and grandchildren, continuing a tradition that has been passed down through generations. Now, she is excited to share her knowledge and passion with others.
Participants will receive a sample of gathered fabric and embroidery floss to begin learning the foundational stitch that forms the basis of many smocking designs.
This program is best suited for those with intermediate sewing skills and some experience using a needle and thread.
All supplies provided. Registration required. Spaces are limited.
DRESS REHEARSAL: 1 Cello, 2 Cello, 3 Cello, More Cello!
Please note that registration is required to attend. If you wish to attend the 7:00 PM concert, a separate registration is required.
One cello becomes two, two becomes three… and before long, there are cellos everywhere!
Cellist Kerri McGonigle brings together players from across our community for a celebration of the cello in all its forms, from the intimacy of a single instrument to the glorious sound of a full cello ensemble.
Featuring music for one, two, three and many cellos, this is a celebration of music, community and what happens when you just keep adding cellists - and one instrument becomes something much bigger.
This dress rehearsal will offer a behind-the-scenes look at the musical process, complete with all the stops, starts and spontaneous moments!
CONCERT: 1 Cello, 2 Cello, 3 Cello, More Cello!
Please note that this is a free event, but registration is required to attend.
One cello becomes two, two becomes three… and before long, there are cellos everywhere!
Cellist Kerri McGonigle brings together players from across our community for a celebration of the cello in all its forms, from the intimacy of a single instrument to the glorious sound of a full cello ensemble.
Featuring music for one, two, three and many cellos, this concert celebrates music, community and what happens when you just keep adding cellists - and one instrument becomes something much bigger.
Prefer an earlier time? Check out the Dress Rehearsal at 5pm, registration required.
NOW FULL: Cedar Salve Workshop with Roots & Raven
Please note, this program is now FULL. Please email libraryprograms@thebluemountains.ca to be added to our wait list.
Join Roots & Raven for a hands-on workshop exploring the traditional and contemporary uses of cedar. Participants will learn about cedar and its significance, then create their own cedar salve to take home.
This welcoming, hands-on session offers an opportunity to connect with plant knowledge, learn about the process of making a natural salve, and spend time creating alongside others.
All materials are provided. No previous experience is required.
Estate Administration Responsibilities: New Territory 4 Seniors
Join Angela Yenssen from the Grey Bruce Community Legal Clinic for the final session in this three-part series presented in partnership with Beaver Valley Outreach and The Blue Mountains Public Library.
Registration required through BVO. Light lunch provided.
Mah Jongg Mixer: Learn, Play & Connect: FULL
The Mixer is now FULL. Please email libraryprograms@thebluemountains.ca so you can find out more about future Mah Jongg group plans at L.E. Shore Library.
Curious about American Mah Jongg? Come meet other local players, learn the basics, and give the game a try!
Whether you're completely new to Mah Jongg or already know your way around the tiles, join us for a casual afternoon of learning and playing.
We'll begin with a short introduction to American Mah Jongg, including the tiles, racks, National Mah Jongg League (NMJL) card, and the basic objective of the game. We'll also demonstrate how a game works, including the Charleston, drawing and discarding, and building a hand.
Then we'll get playing! Beginners can try a simplified, open-hand version with guidance from experienced players, while those who already play can meet other local Mah Jongg enthusiasts and share their experience.
This is a mixer and an opportunity to see whether there's interest in forming an ongoing Mah Jongg group at the library. No experience or equipment is necessary for this session. If you have a Mah Jongg set, please bring it with you!
Registration required.