The latest news from
London Public Library
December 21, 2021
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This wintry card was handmade by the Reaney Family (Colleen Thibaudeau, poet, James Reaney Sr., playwright and poet, and their children James, John and Susan). This card is dated 1965 and is one of several Reaney Family Christmas cards in the London Room collection of holiday cards from Londoners.
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We have so much news to share in this issue - it's a long one! Find our holiday hours at the end. Be sure to check our website here for the latest service updates and follow us on Instagram or Facebook for news and reading recommendations. Join our LPL Families Facebook Group for online family programming.
Our warmest wishes for a happy, peaceful holiday season and new year. We can't thank you enough for your support, London. We look forward to serving you in 2022.
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COVID Service Updates - Carson & Lambeth Return to Pick Up Only |
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Here are the most recent updates to services and operations at London Public Library. Information can change quickly, so please refer to the COVID service updates page here on our website for the current status of service, or call us at 519-661-4600.
Carson and Lambeth Branches Return to Pick Up Only
Starting Wednesday, Dec. 22, inside services such as computers and browsing will not be available at Carson and Lambeth. These locations will return to Pick Up service only.
- You can place items on hold for pick up from these branches during their regular hours (hours remain the same).
- Wait for your email or phone call letting you know your items are available before picking up.
- Please wear a mask and safely distance when picking up.
- You can also pick up Print from Home requests from these locations. Find information and submit your printing here.
Glanworth Branch remains Pick Up only.
Capacity Limits in Place
Capacity limits are in place at all locations according to the Province's current COVID restrictions. This means that at some smaller locations, or at very busy times, there may be a short wait to use the Library. Regular hours remain in place at all locations and inside services (computers, WiFi, browsing) are available at all locations except for Carson, Glanworth and Lambeth.
Masks and Distancing Required. Food and Drink Not Permitted.
- We continue to require mask wearing and distancing at all times when visiting the Library, including when using the Passageway at Central Library.
- Food and Drink are not permitted inside Library locations.
- Staff assistance will be provided at a distance. Self-checkout is available.
- Proof of vaccination is not required when visiting the Library at this time.
Rapid Tests Not Available at Libraries
London Public Library locations have not been designated as a location to distribute Rapid Antigen Tests at this time. You can find the Province's rapid test pop-up schedule here.
Print Your Proof of Vaccination
If you would like to print a copy of your proof of vaccination QR code, you can do so at any library location except Carson, Glanworth or Lambeth. There is no charge to print your proof of vaccination. Laminating is not available. Note that a printed copy is not required if you have a copy saved to your phone.
Friends Book Store Closed
Keeping You Safe
- We continue to make it easy for you to place holds and to quickly pick up and check out your materials at our locations.
- We have introduced a number of "virtual services" since the start of the Pandemic, including Print from Home, We Pick and Personal Picks.
- We continue to expand our Digital Library, including our LPL Express collection of our most popular ebooks and audibooks which are available with no waiting on OverDrive and the Libby app.
- We have great programs for children and for adults available online through Zoom and on Facebook and Instagram. We're also offering outdoor programs at some locations.
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For Your Family: Winter Discovery Bags! |
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Drop by your local branch and pick up a Winter Break Discovery Bag for your family!
Available until December 31 or while supplies last from all locations, including Pick Up only locations. Not able to make it into a branch? Find a list of materials and instructions on our Winter Break page here, where you'll find more Winter Break activities and online programs.
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No Waiting For Popular eBooks & Audiobooks! |
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It's been a year since we launched our LPL Express collection of ebooks and audiobooks available for 7 day loans with now waiting from OverDrive and the Libby app. Find the collection here and check back often for newly returned titles and new additions. This collection is kept stocked with our most popular titles.
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Is it time to renew your Library card? If so, you can renew online. |
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NOTE: If you have renewed your Library card account this year, this message does not apply to you.
Many Library card accounts are expiring on January 2, 2022.
Please check your library card account online to see if it is expiring. Please review the following important information first.
If your card needs to be renewed, you will see a message similar to this:
Your library card expires in 17 days on 02-01-2022. Take your card, personal ID and proof of address into a library branch to get it updated.
Click HERE to check your account for an expiry message.
If you do not see an expiry message or you have already renewed your card this year, please do not renew your card.
Please be aware that some Library accounts are not eligible for online renewal, including:
- Accounts with outstanding charges (In this case, you can pay charges online through your account or contact us to discuss how we can help get you back using the Library)
- eAccounts or temporary accounts created online that provide access to our digital resources. (Note: these accounts are automatically renewed at the beginning of each year)
- Educator cards
If you have an expiry message and are eligible to renew online, click HERE to renew online now.
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Your Green Holiday Playlist |
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Green in the City is a series of talks that explores sustainability topics through a local lens by highlighting leaders in various sectors. For those who missed this popular fall series, captioned videos of the events are now available to enjoy! Find the Green in the City video playlist here and learn about these local examples and how to get involved to make London one of the greenest, most resilient cities in Canada!
Green in the City is presented by the City of London, London Public Library and the London Environmental Network.
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Banff Film Fest Tickets On Sale Now! |
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March 22 & 23 in Wolf Performance Hall |
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It's official! The Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour will be back live and on the Wolf Performance Hall's big screen March 22 and 23, 2022. All current COVID 19 protocols will be in place. It will have been 3 years since we watched these epic adventure films together in The Wolf and we look forward to doing so once again.
Find out more and purchase tickets here.
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Reclaiming Traditional Knowledge with Eli Baxter |
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Register now for this three-part evening series starting on January 12! Local author and knowledge keeper Eli Baxter will share teachings and stories based on his early life, his experiences as a residential school survivor, and the importance of language as a fluent Ojibway speaker. Baxter is the author of Aki-wayn-zih: A Person as Worthy as the Earth which was published in the fall of 2021, and is available to borrow from the Library here.
Join these virtual programs to meet Eli and his guests and to ask questions or to share your own experiences. Register online or by calling the library at 519 661 4600 to receive your Zoom link to access the programs.
About Eli Baxter:
Eli Baxter was born in Ogoki Post, an Ojibwe community 500 km northeast of Thunder Bay, Ontario. A member of the caribou clan, Baxter was raised in the traditional way on the trapline along the Albany River. Ojibway is his first language. He is also a survivor of both Pelican Lake and Shingwauk residential schools.
After receiving a degree and teaching certificate from Lakehead University, Baxter taught elementary grades and then, for 20 years, taught the Ojibway language to elementary students on the Chippewas of the Thames First Nation. At Western University, Baxter designed, wrote, and taught the Algonquian Language and Culture course for 17 years. He has contributed to the Anishinabek News media and remains active in policy and research affecting Indigenous law and language.
Photos (clockwise from top left): Eli Baxter holding snowshoes made by his father; Ei Baxter and his father building snowshoes at Old Fort William; and Eli Baxter (centre) with his brother (right) and sister (back) on the Albany River.
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Talking With Ainara and More PA Day Activities |
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As part of our January 14 PA Day online programming, 12 year old book-stagrammer and Junior Librarian Ainara Alleyne of Ainara's Bookshelf fame talks with us about diversity, representation, and the power of using your voice. She also counts down her top 5 favourite Picture Books for 2021 and discusses her 'Diverse Readers, Future Leaders' project.
Find the link to Ainara's interview and more PA Day activities on our PA Day page here.
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Trivia Fans, This Prize Could Be Yours! |
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Stay tuned - we will be launching our monthly trivia quiz in the January issue of this newsletter. A random draw from top scorers will take place each month, with winners awarded a prepaid $25 Visa card that can be used at London stores, restaurants and businesses. We're grateful to Tourism London for providing these great prizes!
If you're looking to support local this holiday season and beyond, Tourism London's new Find it in London holiday gift guide and interactive map makes it easy. Find it here. |
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Help Bring Joy to a Canadian Veteran |
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Drop in to any library location except Carson, Glanworth and Lambeth from January 3 through 24 to make valentines for Canada's Veterans. We'll supply the materials! We'll send your valentines to Veterans Affairs Canada in time to distribute to veterans in long-term care facilities. Learn more about this national program here.
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New Reading Challenges Start Jan 10! |
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We've got new Reading Challenges for children and teens starting on January 10 on the Beanstack platform. This winter, keep your family engaged in tracking their reading and completing fun activities while earning badges and chances to win gift cards!
All you need to do to participate is to register for a Beanstack account here and then log in and choose your reading challenge starting January 10. If you already have an account from another reading challenge, just log in and choose your reading challenge starting January 10.
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Join us for fantastic online and in-person programs and activities during the Winter Break! See the list below and visit our Winter Break page for more information, activity pages and reading recommendations.
Drop by any Library location to pick up a Winter Break Discovery Bag for your family, available now until December 31, while supplies last.
REGISTER IN ADVANCE
Winter Break Game Show! on Zoom for 8+ years
December 23 and 30, 7–8pm
Be a contestant on our online game show!
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED – OUTDOORS
Find Frosty Outdoors for Family
December 18 to 31, Drop In / Daylight Hours
STONEY CREEK
Help Frosty find his belongings outside by decoding the riddles and clues we'll give you. Join us for this drop-in, family activity during daylight hours. Please note Library holiday hours on December 24 and 31.
STEM Scavenger Hunt Outdoors for 6+ years
December 29, 2:30–3:30pm
BEACOCK
Bring your family for an outdoor scavenger hunt!
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED – ONLINE
Snowy Night Storytime on Facebook for 1+ years
December 22, 6pm – January 2
New Year's Eve Storytime on Facebook for 1+ years
December 29, 6pm – January 2
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Upcoming Programs for Adults |
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ESL Reading Groups on Zoom
Ongoing. Various dates, times & reading levels. Registration for sessions starting in January opens December 27.
Create@Home on Zoom
Mondays, January 10 – February 7, 1:30–2:30pm
Register for the sessions that interest you. Kathy Smith from the Creative Age Studio inspires and supports adults 50+ to live more creatively through tutorials on collage, mosaics and intuitive paintings.
Reclaiming Traditional Knowledge, Reconnecting with Ourselves on Zoom
January 12, February 3 and March 22, 7–8:30pm
In a series of three talks, local author and knowledge keeper Eli Baxter shares teachings and stories based on his early life in the wilderness up north, his experiences as a residential school survivor, and the importance of language.
My Bookshelf Reading Challenge
June 8 2021 – May 31, 2022
Track your reading for chances to win prizes, write reviews and discover new books and authors in this reading challenge for adults. Set up a Beanstack account to participate or, if you have an account, look for the My Bookshelf challenge.
VIRTUAL BOOK CLUBS ON ZOOM
Ongoing. Various dates & times. Register ahead to join in.
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Upcoming Programs for Children & Teens |
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REGISTER IN ADVANCE
Author Event: It’s a Mitig! by Bridget George on Zoom for 5–13 years
January 27, 9:30–10am
Celebrate Family Literacy Day with award-winning Anishinaabe author-illustrator Bridget George and a reading of her picture book that is a celebration of nature, language and culture.
Author Event: I Love You More by Emil Sher on Zoom for 4–10 years
February 11, 9:30–10am
Award-winning author Emil Sher shares his new picture book and offers creative ways to say I love you! Also learn about the book's modelling clay artwork created by illustrator Barbara Reid and play a fun, interactive game.
Black History Month Family Night on Zoom
Mondays, February 7 – 28, 6:30–7pm
Our weekly family program celebrating Black History Month with music, dance, stories and more will be returning in February. Watch for registration information in our next newsletter.
Black History Month Paint Night on Zoom for 8+ years
February 5 and 19, 2–2:45pm
Create a Lois Mailou Jones-inspired painting in this fun, interactive workshop. No experience required and materials are provided. Watch for registration information in our next newsletter.
BOOK CLUBS & STORYTIMES
REGISTER IN ADVANCE
Graphic Novel Book Club on Zoom
Monthly read alouds, discussion and activities.
Book Clubs for Kids & Teens on Zoom
For ages 7–9, 10–13, and 14+.
1000 Books Before Kindergarten
It's easier than you might think to read 1000 books to your child before kindergarten! Visit our 1000 Books Before Kindergarten page for tips and a list of 125 books to read to children from 0 to 4 years of age.
Books for Babies – Outdoors
Find locations and dates in our listings and check ahead for possible cancellations due to weather.
Storytime! – Outdoors for 1+ years
Find locations and dates in our listings and check ahead for possible cancellations due to weather.
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Family Trivia (Wednesdays)
A new challenge for children and families is posted every Wednesday morning on LPL's social media platforms.
Live Storytimes for 1–5 year olds
Ongoing. Tuesdays, 10–10:30am
Ongoing. Fridays, 10–10:30am.
*NOTE: No storytimes on Dec 24 and 31
Books for Babies Live on Instagram
Ongoing. Thursdays, 10–10:20am
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We look forward to your visit over the holidays!
NOTE: PICK UP only from Carson, Glanworth and Lambeth. Regular hours apply.
HOLIDAY HOURS:
Friday, December 24
All locations OPEN 10am – 1:30pm (except Glanworth)
Saturday, December 25
Sunday, December 26
Monday, December 27
All locations CLOSED
Tuesday, December 28
Wednesday, December 29
Thursday, December 30
All locations OPEN regular hours (except Glanworth)
At Glanworth, Pick Up Service is available on December 28 from 4 – 6pm
Friday, December 31
All locations OPEN 10am – 1:30pm (except Glanworth)
Saturday, January 1
All locations CLOSED
RETURNS:
*No items will be due from Dec 24 - 27
We'd appreciate it if you did not return items using our return chutes on Dec 25, 26 and 27 so that our return chutes do not get jammed or overflow. Remember, there are no longer overdue fines if your items are returned late.
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London Public Library
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519-661-4600
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