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www.oakvillebeaver.com The Oakville Beaver Weekend, Saturday November 17, 2007 - 27 Clearview Neighbourhood Branch opens O pen a book, a magazine, browse the Internet, or open a new library account at the new Clearview Neighbourhood Branch: it's ready for business. On Saturday, Nov. 10 the mayor joined council members, Oakville Public Library board members and staff, volunteers, donors, and community representatives to help declare the official opening of the library's newest location. "The Neighbourhood Branch for Clearview is a unique solution to a community need," said Eleanor James, CEO of the Oakville Public Library. "It's the first of its kind in our library system, and we're very pleased to be opening this new location in the year of Oakville's 150th birthday celebrations." The service profile of the Clearview Neighbourhood Branch was designed after reviewing approaches in other communities DEREK WOOLLAM / SPECIAL TO THE BEAVER GOOD PLACE TO READ: Four-year-old Brooke Belzar makes good use of the new books at the grand opening of the Clearview Branch of the Oakville Public Library Saturday afternoon. and consulting with east Oakville residents through a survey distributed both online and through local schools. An overwhelmingly positive response was received from the more than 270 participants in the survey. The focus of the collection at Clearview is on materials for children and young students, with a selection of popular adult fiction, non-fiction and audio visual items available as well. This branch also has computer stations with internet access and local access to all items in the Oakville Public Library's collection. Residents can place a hold on any item that the library system owns, and have it delivered to the Clearview location for pick-up. Some preschool programs are available, as well as work group and study space. The new branch at 1148 Winston Churchill Blvd. (Unit E) is open Tuesdays 10-6 p.m., Wednesdays and Thursdays 4-8 p.m., and Saturdays 1-5 p.m. (entrance at Sheridan Garden Drive). For more information, visit www.opl.on.ca or call 905815-2042. -- Submitted by the Oakville Public Library. ? ? ? ges s? ms A? le s? ues? llen ea or t ? l e b P p pro ugh D ttitud g bl t cha ty id schoo ry? es? s s u p g su r l in n g can with a feed n pa en ay psharing the same line is l need Nowiyou eno connect with iotherrparents a ms at riva experiences 24/7 g Tra tin t a e the PARENT-TO PARENT hd ro @ tty Get in eens Breas Single BirtFORUMbl Siblin Discip Speci T Po P SPECIAL GUEST APPEARANCES ­ LIVE ON-LINE - CITY PARENT NEWSMAGAZINE EXPERT NEXT WEEK: Parenting Forum Monday Nov 19, 2-9 pm Virtuous Consumer Leslie Garrett Tips for a greener lifestyle - what clothes to buy, which products to use, what's your environmental footprint? Education Forum Tuesday Nov 20, 2-9pm Educator/Parenting Coach Rob Stringer BA, E.Ed CPC How to get the most from parentteacher relations, motivating your child, interpreting report cards, math tips, creating a supporting home environment. Behaviour Forum Wednesday Nov 21, 2-9pm Parenting Guru and author Ann Douglas From breastfeeding to toilet training to mealtime solutions and beyond, practical tips, advice and solutions. Health & Wellness Forum Thursday Nov 22, 2-9pm Personal Trainer Kevin Mackinnon What will get your family moving? How to bring daily physical activity (DPA) home. How to find a sport that fits. Family fitness fit for the season. Activities Forum Friday Nov 23, 2-9 pm Diane Peters, City Parent Arts & Entertainment Editor Holiday season outings, top CDs, Ds, re DVDs and advice on theatre etiquette, ry taking kids to the gallery or museum and introducing kids to the arts. City Parent and TVO are looking to recognize and reward children who have made a difference! Great prizes to be won ­ including a $1000 RESP Nominate your special child onine by Dec 31 All nominees get prizes Full details at www.cityparent.com Sponsored by