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Library News, February 2026
Find out what's happening in February at BMPL! If you are not already getting the Library News in your email inbox, subscribe now. Read the Library…

In the Gallery: February 2026
The Gallery’s colour show is back again with a huge splash of ORANGE! Each year, The Gallery’s Arts & Culture Council hosts a vibrant, color-themed…

Key Messages, January 2026
Organizational Excellence 2025 Action Plan Reviewed: CEO Murley highlighted the successes of the 2025 Action Plan, noting that several multi-year…

In the Gallery: January 2026
Check out what’s happening at The Gallery at L.E. Shore for the month of January! JANUARY 10: The Last Picture Show Exhibit Opening2-4pm | FREE After 54…

Library News, January 2026
Find out the top books of 2025, take a look at the album from our 30th Soiree and more! If you are not already getting the Library News in…

Library News, December 2025
Reserve you spot for the 30th Anniversary Soiree event, BayValley Artists in the Gallery, and more this December at BMPL! If you are not already…

In the Gallery: December 2025
See what’s happening at The Gallery at L.E. Shore for the month of December! NOVEMBER 29: 30” by 30” Exhibit OpeningNovember 29 | 2-4pm | FREE 2025 marks…

Key Messages, November 2025
Organizational Excellence Q3 Financial Report Received: The Board received the Q3 2025 Financial Report, noting no concerns from the CEO. An anticipated…

Library News, November 2025
30th Anniversary events, Anna Green in the Gallery, and more this November at BMPL! If you are not already getting the Library News in your email…

Terrifying tales: a handpicked collection of scary reads
Curated by library staff, this list of scary books guarantees goosebumps. Image Dead Silence by S.A. BarnesA ghost ship, a salvage crew,…

In the Gallery: November 2025
See what’s happening at The Gallery at L.E. Shore for the month of November! NOV. 1: The Art of Being with Anna Green Exhibit OpeningNovember 1 | 2-…

Key Messages, October 2025
Organizational Excellence Q3 Report Received: The Board received the Q3 2025 Quarterly Report, highlighting progress on strategic priorities and annual…

Library News, October 2025
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: Essential Books on Residential Schools
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
See what’s happening at The Gallery at L.E. Shore for the month of October! OCTOBER 4: Daughters of Aatenstic Author Talk & Exhibit…