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Get in the Games: Non-Fiction for the Winter Games
Good reads for when you're not watching the Milan Cortina 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Favourite French Books for Grades 3-5
Favourite French chapter books and graphics novels for Grades 3-5, recommended by former Ecole Barrie Wilson Elementary students.
Favourite French books for Kindergarten - Grade 2
French picture books for Kindergarten to Grade 2, recommended by former Ecole Barrie Wilson Elementary students.
Kids' Books on Censorship & Book Banning
Kids’ books that shine a light on censorship, its impact, and what we can do about it. Includes picture books and middle grade novels.
Get in the Games: Non-Fiction for the Winter Games
Good reads for when you're not watching the Milan Cortina 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Favourite French Books for Grades 3-5
Favourite French chapter books and graphics novels for Grades 3-5, recommended by former Ecole Barrie Wilson Elementary students.
Favourite French books for Kindergarten - Grade 2
French picture books for Kindergarten to Grade 2, recommended by former Ecole Barrie Wilson Elementary students.
Kids' Books on Censorship & Book Banning
Kids’ books that shine a light on censorship, its impact, and what we can do about it. Includes picture books and middle grade novels.
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Active Library: Free Try-It Wellness Series
Various dates/times
Various locations
These free 'Try-It' wellness programs promote active living, reduce barriers, and help our city stay strong in the ParticipACTION Challenge.
Olympic Winter Games Screening, part of a series
We’re bringing the excitement of the Olympic Winter Games to the Downtown Branch as we present CBC/Radio-Canada’s broadcast of The Games!
Any Book Book Club: Teen Edition!, part of a series
Come talk about books IRL with library staff and fellow teens to get recommendations and share favourite reads!
Stretch & Stories, part of a series
Through a combination of simple yoga poses and storytelling, children get the chance to move, stretch, and relax! For kids ages 5-7.
Active Library: Free Try-It Wellness Series
Various dates/times
Various locations
These free 'Try-It' wellness programs promote active living, reduce barriers, and help our city stay strong in the ParticipACTION Challenge.
Olympic Winter Games Screening, part of a series
We’re bringing the excitement of the Olympic Winter Games to the Downtown Branch as we present CBC/Radio-Canada’s broadcast of The Games!
Any Book Book Club: Teen Edition!, part of a series
Come talk about books IRL with library staff and fellow teens to get recommendations and share favourite reads!
Stretch & Stories, part of a series
Through a combination of simple yoga poses and storytelling, children get the chance to move, stretch, and relax! For kids ages 5-7.
New on the Blog!
If You Like 'The Correspondent' by Virginia Evans
Loved The Correspondent? Try these read-alikes that tell their tales through letters, diaries, journals, and other nontraditional formats.
Monthly Highlights: December 2025
December was a fun-filled month with so many festive celebrations. Farewell, 2025 – it was a great year!
Welcome to 2026! (Join our 26 in '26 Challenge!)
Learn about RDPL's 26 in '26 Reading Challenge and get some recommendations to kick-start your year of reading. For ages 16+.
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