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Scribble & Script: Stationery Meet-up

Jun 6th | 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Tackle a creative project or just relax with your favourite stationery in this monthly meet-up of fellow enthusiasts.

Are You Ready? Emergency Preparedness 101

Multiple Dates | May & June 2026
Multiple Locations
This presentation will provide participants with the knowledge and skills to build resilience and be ready for a weather emergency.

Storytime with Author Keenan Jones

Jun 13th | 10:30am - 11:30am
Join us for an interactive storytime and art activity with author Keenan Jones, as he reads from his book, Saturday Morning at the 'Shop!

Storytime & Craft: The 3 Sisters

Jun 6th | 2:30pm - 3:30pm
The 3 Sisters is an Indigenous legend and lesson about growing food essentials. Come hear the story and make art about the tale.

Our Most Popular Canadian Titles This Year (So Far)

Spring is here and we can read outside again! These books, from authors across the country, are proving to be popular at all our branches.

Read With Pride: Children's Non-Fiction

Celebrate Pride this June and all year long with this list of kid’s non-fiction books about 2SLGBTQIA+ identities, community, and history.

Crime Writers of Canada Awards: 2026 Shortlist

These awards, presented in 9 categories, recognize the best in mystery, crime, suspense fiction, and crime non-fiction by Canadian authors.

Short Stories for Teens

Do you enjoy reading, but only have a short amount of time? These short story collections and anthologies are just for you!
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