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Some in-branch programs require registration with your library card. Please log in with your library account or follow this link to apply for a card online. You can also apply for a card in person at any of our 33 locations.

  • Tuesday Dec 19, 2023 at 1:30pm
    60 minutes

    Pack your bags and prepare for the first chapter in a tour around the world! Joins us every third Tuesday until June 2024, where we will discuss a title set in a different country and/or written by a foreign author.

    When you pick up a copy of September's title, you will receive a Traveler's Guide to keep with you for the year, in which you may keep notes as you read, draw something from the book that has inspired you, or bring up points you'd like to discuss during the meet-ups.

    At every meeting you attend, you will get your "passport" stamped. We hope to see you well-traveled by summer 2024!

  • Open book on a table

    Thursday Dec 21, 2023 at 7:00pm
    60 minutes

    Come join us the 4th Thursday of every month for lively discussion on a variety of English-language books.

  • magnifying glass on top of orange-tinted map of the earth

    Tuesdays, Jan 16, 2024 - Mar 19, 2024
    1:30pm
    60 minutes

    3 sessions remaining

    Continuing from the fall session, all aboard for the next leg of our tour around the world, with Japan, Mexico, and Sri Lanka! Join us the third Tuesday of each month until June 2024, where we will discuss a title set in a different country and/or written by a foreign author.

    When you register, we will reserve a copy of the book for you - no need to place a hold, unless you would like to enjoy the book in a different format. When you pick up your copy, you will receive a Reader's Passport to keep with you for the year, in which you may keep notes as you read, draw something from the book that has inspired you, or bring up points you'd like to discuss during the meeting.

    At every meeting you attend, bring your "passport" to have it stamped. We hope to see you well-traveled by summer 2024!

  • open book on tree roots, surrounded by leaves

    Thursdays, Jan 25, 2024 - Mar 28, 2024
    7:00pm
    60 minutes

    3 sessions remaining

    Come join us the 4th Thursday of every month for lively discussion on a variety of English-language books. Everything from non-fiction to fantasy to gentle reads, there's something for everyone - and you may find a new genre that appeals to you!

  • Fridays, Dec 01, 2023 - Jun 07, 2024
    1:30pm
    90 minutes

    6 sessions remaining

    Share the enjoyment of good books in a relaxed atmosphere at the Hazeldean Library.  Join us for discussion on the first Friday of every month.

    NOVEMBER 10, 2023

    “Atonement” by Ian McEwan (Fiction)

    DECEMBER 1, 2023

    “When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing”by Daniel Pink (Non-Fiction)

    NO MEETING IN JANUARY

    FEBRUARY 2, 2024

    “Washington Black” by Esi Erdugan (Canadian-Fiction)

    MARCH 1, 2024

    “Five Little Indians” by Michelle Good (Canadian-Fiction)

    APRIL 5, 2024

    “Rules of Civility” by Amor Towles (Fiction)

    MAY 3, 2024

    “The Vanishing Half” by Britt Bennett (Fiction)

    June 7, 2024

    “Full Disclosure” by Beverley McLachlin (Canadian-Mystery)

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    Mondays, Dec 04, 2023 - May 06, 2024
    7:00pm
    90 minutes

    6 sessions remaining

    Share the pleasure of reading and discussing books ranging from the classics to the contemporary, but mostly fiction, in a relaxed atmosphere

    (If the first Monday of a month falls on a Civic Holiday, the book club will be postponed to the following week)

     December 4

     Grey Bees, Andry Kurkov

  • Open book

    Tuesdays, Dec 05, 2023 - Apr 02, 2024
    1:30pm
    60 minutes

    5 sessions remaining

    Share the enjoyment of good books in a relaxed atmosphere.  This group meets every first Tuesday of the month from September 2023 to June 2024. 

    Here is the list of books that will be discussed at each month's meeting.  Click each book titles below to place a hold.

    5 September, 2023: Seven Fallen Feathers by Tania Talaga 

    3 October, 2023: The Storyteller by Jodi Picoult 

    7 November, 2023: Jennie's Boy: A Newfoundland Childhood by Wayne Johnston

    5 December, 2023: Women Talking by Miriam Toews

    2 January, 2024: Red Notice by Bill Browder

    6 February, 2024: Colorless Tsukuru Tazaki and His Years of Pilgrimage by Haruki Murakami

    5 March, 2024: A Spy Among Friends by Ben MacIntyre

    2 April, 2024: Apeirogon by Colum McCann

    May and June picks to be discussed.

    This is a drop in program.  All are welcome.  No registration required.

  • Night Lights

    Tuesday Dec 05, 2023 at 6:30pm
    60 minutes

    Sorry this event and its waiting list are full

    Have you started reading on your own? Looking for the next best early reader or beginner chapter book? Come join the Night Lights Book Club. We will listen to stories, share our favourites and participate in book-related activities. Registration required. For 6 to 8 year olds. 

  • Wednesdays, Dec 06, 2023 - Dec 14, 2023
    10:45am
    45 minutes

    4 sessions remaining

    Join us in our picture book area for lots of fun activities! Play with puppets, felt stories, building blocks, and more! All ages. Drop-In.

    Please note: "Stay and Play!" will still be offered on Wednesdays and Thursdays even when no regular programs are scheduled.

  • Book Banter

    Wednesdays, Dec 06, 2023 - Jun 05, 2024
    2:00pm
    90 minutes

    7 sessions remaining

    Share the enjoyment of good books in a relaxed atmosphere!

    Sept-June.

    1st Wednesday of the month. 

    June 7th 
    Scarborough by Catherine Hernandez

    September 2023 - June 2024 Selections

    SEPT 6
    The Splendid and The Vile - Erik Larson

    OCT 4
    Rules of Civility - Amor Towles

    NOV 1
    The Company We Keep - Frances Itani

    DEC 6
    The Island of Missing Trees - Elif Shafak

    Jan 3
    Fight Night - Miriam Toews

    FEB 7
    The Lincoln Highway - Amor Towles

    MARCH 6
    The Island of Sea Women - Lisa See

    APRIL 3
    Permanent Astonishment - Tomson Highway

    MAY 1
    The Searcher - Tana French

    JUNE 5
    The Girl in His Shadow - Audrey Blake