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Turn the February blahs into February blues music and more

From musical performances, to Tinkershops for all ages and interests – there’s something for everyone
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Submitted Photo: Aura Rully - musician, will be performing at the Lakeshore Branch on Feb. 3 as part of the Barrie Blues Festival.

NEWS RELEASE

INNISFIL IDEALAB AND LIBRARY

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INNISFIL - Get out of the cold and into the Library! During the month of February there are a number of exciting events occurring at the Innisfil ideaLAB & Library that will coax your inner passion out of hibernation. From musical performances, to Tinkershops for all ages and interests – there’s something for everyone!

Barrie Jazz and Blues Festival’s February Blues
The Library will be celebrating the Barrie Jazz and Blues Festival’s February Blues with two incredible performances.

Aura Rully - Join us for a mesmerizing performance from the legendary Aura Rully, a seasoned jazz and blues performer. Aura has performed with Duke Ellington and Quincy Jones during her incredible career. Friday, Feb. 3, 6 – 9 p.m. · Lakeshore Branch

The Birdland Trio - Join us for the hot blues sound of the Birdland Trio at the Cookstown Branch. The trio is Bob Livingston on trombone, Will Davis on piano and Bruce Rumball on Bass. Saturday, Feb. 4, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. · Cookstown Branch

Tinkershops

Tinkershops are a great way to get acquainted with the Library's Hack Lab and Media Lab technology.  You'll receive a quick tour of the space and learn the basics for vinyl cutting, lasering, 3D printing, digital conversion, circuitry, or coding!

Laser Cut Valentine Cards

Make something from the heart for someone special! Pick one of our templates to design your own card for that special someone! All Ages. Cost: $2 per card
Thursday, Feb. 2, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. · Lakeshore Branch

Vinyl Framed Family Signs

Choose your colours and fonts to design a personalized family name sign! Add your vinyl to a glass frame to make a unique piece of art. 
Ages: Adults & Ages 12+  · Cost: $5
Tuesday Feb. 7, 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. · Lakeshore Branch

Laser Cut Family Tree

Create a customized laser cut family tree with the names of your loved ones to celebrate this upcoming Family Day!
Ages: Adults & Ages 10+   · Cost: $12
Wednesday, Feb. 15,  6 – 8 p.m.  · Lakeshore Branch

Acid Etched Wine Glasses

Use the vinyl cutter to create a stencil, then frost your glass piece using your custom stencil and some etching cream.
Ages: Adults & Ages 14+   · Cost: $4
Thursday February 16,  6:00 – 7:30 p.m. · Cookstown Branch

Most programs require registration in advance. Please call or visit to secure your spot! For more details about any of our programs and events please visit www.innisfilidealab.ca.

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