Adult & Teen Programs 🌞 Summer Fun for All Ages at Renfrew Public Library! There’s no shortage of exciting events happening at the Library this summer! Whether you’re looking to learn, create, connect, or explore, we have something for every age and interest — and it’s all free! Here’s a look at what’s coming up:Continue reading “July & August”
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May Adult & Teen Programs
May at Renfrew Public Library: A Month of Inspiration and Fun! May is here, and we’re bringing a lineup of exciting programs to our community. Whether you want to learn how to watch documentaries on Kanopy or listen to music on HOOPLA; receive financial guidance from a professional; or play some wicked D&D, there’s somethingContinue reading “May Adult & Teen Programs”
Raglan Street Entrance
As of October 1st, the accessible entrance on Raglan Street will be closed for renovations. To ensure accessibility, the entrances on Railway Avenue will be open and curbside assistance is available for those in need of accessible access to the Children’s Department. Please contact the Library at 613-432-8151 x.611 for further assistance. We regret anyContinue reading “Raglan Street Entrance”
New Library Murals
The Renfrew Public Library is thrilled to unveil our stunning new murals at the Raglan St. Entrance! We couldn’t have achieved this incredible transformation without the generous support of Heritage Renfrew and Renfrew Printing Ltd. Their expertise and assistance were invaluable in bringing this vision to life! We are also immensely grateful to the TownContinue reading “New Library Murals”
Student Job Opportunity
The Library’s accepting applications for a student summer reading club coordinator position! See the full details for the position below. Applications accepted in-person, by mail or email.
Poetry Celebration Contest
Psst… join in on the K. Valerie Connor Memorial Poetry Celebration Contest. The contest is an annual province-wide literary contest run by The Leacock Museum in the City of Orillia, open to poets of all ages and experience levels across Ontario in three categories: Elementary, Intermediate, and Adult, with cash prizes awarded to the 1st,Continue reading “Poetry Celebration Contest”
ScotiaBank Giller Prize 2022
Congratulations Suzette Mayr, for winning the 2022 Scotiabank Giller Prize! On November 7th, 2022, Suzette Mayr was named the winner of the 2022 Scotiabank Giller Prize for her novel, The Sleeping Car Porter. Authors named in the 2022 Scotiabank Giller Prize shortlist are:Kim Fu for her short story collection, Lesser-Known Monsters of the 21st Century,Continue reading “ScotiaBank Giller Prize 2022”
First Nations Public Library Week
FNPLW OCtober 3rd – October 7th, 2022 Bekaa, Bzindaachagan | Wait and Listen Since 2000, First Nation public libraries have used one week of the year to raise awareness of their resources, services, programs and activities. First Nations Public Library Week is celebrated the first week of October to coincide with Canadian Library Month. FirstContinue reading “First Nations Public Library Week”
October is Canadian Library Month!
All month long, libraries and library partners across Canada are raising awareness of the valuable role libraries play in Canadians’ lives. More than just a place to find books, libraries promote cultural awareness, engage in the community, provide educational programs, support freedom of expression and so much more. This year’s theme is :  “One card,Continue reading “October is Canadian Library Month!“