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Library News October 2025

Library News, October 2025

Type: Library News

Indigenous art, book bans, Vikings and the cello this October at BMPL! If you are not already getting the Library News in your email inbox,…

Orange Shirt Day design for 2023

Orange Shirt Day: Essential Books on Residential Schools

Type: Staff Picks

In honour of Orange Shirt Day, September 30, a day dedicated to commemorating the experiences of Indigenous peoples in Canada's residential schools, we…

In The Gallery: October 2025

Type: In the Gallery

See what’s happening at The Gallery at L.E. Shore for the month of October! OCTOBER 4: Daughters of Aatenstic  Author Talk & Exhibit…

Key Messages Update

Key Messages, September 2025

Type: Key Messages

Organizational Excellence Strategic Planning Committee Updates: The Board received an information report outlining the Committee’s research to date and…

Read the Library News September

Library News, September 2025

Type: Library News

Honouring Truth and Reconciliation with Indigenous programs, stories and learning. If you are not already getting the Library News in your email…

In the Gallery: September 2025

Type: In the Gallery

This September, The Gallery at L.E. Shore is proud to present a retrospective exhibition celebrating the life and work of the late Italian Canadian artist…

The Blue Mountains Public Library Marks 30 Years of Stories, Culture, and Community with Anniversary Celebration

Type: Library News

The Blue Mountains Public Library Marks 30 Years of Stories, Culture, and Community with Anniversary CelebrationThe Blue Mountains, ON — The Blue…

Library News, August 2025

Library News, August 2025

Type: Library News

Soak up the last of the summer! In this issue: Submit your stories about the library for our 30th anniversary, Susan Swan author talk, sneak peek at…

Key Messages Update

Key Messages, July 2025

Type: Key Messages

Organizational Excellence Board Participated in Town's Corporate Strategic Plan Focus Group: The Board took part in a focus group led by Director Hendry…

Special Council Meeting re: Joint Multi-Use Recreation Feasibility Assessment Announced

Type: Library News

A Joint Special Council Meeting between the Town of The Blue Mountains and the Town of Collingwood is happening on Thursday, July 16, 2025 at 5 p.m.…

In the Gallery: July 2025

Type: In the Gallery

The Gallery at L.E. Shore invites you to experience our annual summer exhibition, with this year’s show featuring Saugeen Ojibway Nation 29 local and…

Library News July

Library News, July 2025

Type: Library News

Hang with us this summer! In this issue: Apply to exhibit in The Gallery, Susan Swan author talk, Journey of Water film showing, and more! If you…

Key Messages Update

Key Messages, June 2025

Type: Key Messages

Organizational Excellence 2024 Audited Financial Statements Approved: KPMG, in partnership with Michael Switzer, the Town’s Deputy Treasurer and Manager…

In the Name of Pride: Town and Library Partner for Pride Celebrations in The Blue Mountains

Type: Library News

This joint media release is being shared on behalf of The Blue Mountains Public Library and the Town of The Blue Mountains.  The Blue Mountains…

Emma holding In Memoriam by Alice Winn

Read with Pride

Type: Staff Picks

In June, we recommend our favourite LGBTQ+ reads. Image Ho’onani Hula Warrior by Heather GaleThis incredible book tells the story of Ho’onani,…