The Biblio File June 6, 2022 June is National Indigenous History Month. It is a time for all Canadians to reflect on the unique histories, sacrifices, cultures, contributions, and strengths of our First Nations, Inuit, and Metis Peoples – because only by understanding our past can we hope to create a brighter future. National Indigenous…
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The Biblio File May 30, 2022 The library ghost has been relatively inactive for the past few months so he might be making up for lost time by leaving two books on the floor overnight. The first is Satori by Don Winslow (2011): “It is the fall of 1951, and the Korean War is raging.…
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The Biblio File May 23, 2022 Victoria Day is a federal holiday, celebrated on the last Monday in May preceding the 25th. Initially in honour of Queen Victoria’s birthday, it has since been celebrated as the official birthday of Canada’s sovereign. The holiday has been observed in Canada since at least 1845. It is also informally considered…
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The Biblio File May 16, 2022 Please note that the library will be closed Sunday, May 22nd and Monday, May 23rd, 2022 for the Victoria Day long weekend. We will reopen on Tuesday, May 24th at 1:00. If you are going away for the weekend here are some things to pack: books, sunscreen, umbrella, toque…
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The Biblio File May 9, 2022 The Kimberley Foundation is a charitable organization that actively works to promote a love of learning, to stimulate self-directed curiosity about the world, and to support activities and pursuits that inspire, impact, and facilitate positive, environmentally responsible change in the world. “Through their collections, programming, and dedicated people, libraries…
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The Biblio File May 2, 2022 May is Asian Heritage Month. It is a time to celebrate the historical presence of Asian Canadian communities, their central place in nation building, and the powerful ways in which they continue to participate in Canadian society today. Asian Heritage Month is an opportunity for us to learn more about…
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The Biblio File April 25, 2022 Okay so it’s still snowing. But what’s the good news?? Snow + hot drink + blanket + pile of books = the best day ever! Kids (but we really mean everyone) could use this time to build a cozy reading fort – who doesn’t love forts? Do you have…
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The Biblio File April 18, 2022 The PPL understands that sometimes you just want to sit on a patio and read. Maybe you don’t have a patio? Maybe it’s winter? Maybe there are mosquitoes? The solution? Our idea for the new 4 season library lounge/patio area! We are hoping to raise some funds for this…
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The Biblio File April 11, 2022 First Nation Communities READ is an annual reading program launched in 2003 by the First Nations public library community in Ontario. Through title selections, other recommendations, and creators’ tours in First Nation communities and beyond, First Nation Communities Read encourages family literacy, intergenerational storytelling and information sharing, along with increasing…
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The Biblio File April 4, 2022 Unfortunately it’s that time again – when we must use our time at the library to seek out and ask for our books back. We will begin by sending emails then following up with phone calls and letters – this is a time consuming and thankless job that ultimately…