WELLINGTON COUNTY LIBRARY NEWSLETTER | October 2021
Get Mobile!
Staying connected with your library, anytime and anywhere, just got easier. Discover the joy of browsing the shelves with our new mobile app, My WCL.
With the My WCL app, you can:
  • Search the library collection and discover new releases

  • Present your virtual library card for physical checkouts

  • Scan the barcode of any book to discover it in the collection
  • Get up-to-date information on branch hours, closures, and facilities

  • Keep track of due dates, renew borrowed items, place holds, and manage your account
Download the My WCL app on the App Store (iOS) or Google Play (Android)
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SERVICE UPDATE
As of September 27, all visitors ages 12 years and older entering a library branch must show proof of vaccination and government ID. Some exceptions apply. Masks and contract tracing are still in effect. Curbside service is available to all cardholders, regardless of vaccine status.

All branches are closed Monday, October 11. 
ONTARIO PUBLIC LIBRARY WEEK 2021
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Virtual Author Visit: Jodie Callaghan
Tuesday, October 19 at 10:00 am
Students and families are welcome to meet First Nations author Jodie Callaghan, who will speak about her English / Mi'gmaq edition of The Train. Visit www.denmillswritersfestival.ca to register for this free virtual event.
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Together We Read
Join this digital book club for Ontario library members! Beginning October 18, get unlimited access to Frying Plantain by Zalika Reid-Benta in eBook and digital audiobook.

Read the book, share on social, and participate in the online discussion board at www.togetherweread.com/ontario.
Plus, enter to win a prize pack from your local branch!
Ballots will be handed out at the desk or with curbside pickup.
On the Edge of Your Seat
Looking to get into the Halloween spirit? Check out some of these WCL picks for thrillers that
will get your pulse racing and keep you guessing. Search these titles and more at www.wellington.ca/Catalogue.
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by Megan Miranda
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by Mary Kubica
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by Shari Lapena
SHORT STORY CONTEST 2021
Wellington County students in Grades 4, 5 and 6 are invited to submit original stories of 500 – 750 words to the annual Olive and Fred Robins Junior Short Story Contest.
All submissions will be entered in a draw for a $50 gift card for Magic Pebble Children’s Books and a $150 cash prize will be awarded to the top stories. The winning stories will be made available on the library website and will be submitted to the Wellington Advertiser for publication.
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For details, and entry, visit www.wellington.ca/ShortStoryContest. Entries will be accepted October 1 – 31.
In a world where magic is real and those who are magical are persecuted, Linus is a case worker for the Department in Charge of Magical Youth.

Sent to investigate an orphanage with six very unique children - including a gnome and the literal antichrist - along with a charming headmaster, Linus discovers that there is more to these kids (and to life) than what Extremely Upper Management has been telling him. Heartwarming and funny, this is a must-read about finding family in a very unexpected place.
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For more recommended reads, check out monthly Staff Picks through our online catalogue.
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